One of the top independent schools for boys in Canada, Crescent School spans 37 acres in midtown Toronto. Now in our second century, we provide rich and diverse experiences and opportunities for boys in Grades 3–12 to learn, grow and thrive. Character has always been at the centre of a Crescent education supporting our mission, Men of Character from Boys of Promise.
Since 1913, Crescent School’s focus has been on character development. It is part of our DNA and involves a deep, uncompromising commitment to three essential areas we believe bring out the best in boys: relational learning, mentoring and character-in-action. A school that truly understands what makes boys tick, Crescent is here to meet your son’s development needs every step of the way.
Finding the right school for your son is one of the most important decisions you will ever make. Thank you for considering Crescent School. We invite you to apply through our online application form. Learn more about us by attending an Open House or taking a virtual tour. We look forward to welcoming you to our campus.
A Crescent education is exciting, fulfilling and broad. Our curriculum is taught by highly motivated, supportive teachers who understand that establishing a relationship with your son unlocks the door to learning and engages him in his character development. Your son will be celebrated for both his work and his work ethic as we guide him academically and emotionally on his journey to becoming a Man of Character.
Character-in-Action programs are Crescent's co-curricular activities that provide boys with ample opportunities to develop character outside the classroom. Through clubs and teams in the arts, business, robotics and athletics, your son will discover new interests and build his leadership skills. And our outreach programs will allow him to gain compassion for others both in our community and abroad.
The generosity of our Crescent community provides vital support for our campus development, signature academic and co-curricular programs, and Student Financial Assistance. Contributions, no matter what their size, allow us to deliver the best possible education for our boys and help ensure that we continue to fulfill our mission: Men of Character from Boys of Promise.
Crescent School doesn’t slow down when regular classes are out. We offer a Summer Academic Program available to all high school students, as well as summer camps for children 4 to 13 years old. Our Successful Start program is a special academic prep program exclusively available to Crescent students.
Employment at Crescent School is an opportunity to build a rewarding career and belong to a dynamic community where all are respected for their contributions. Our employees share a commitment to excellence that has made us one of the top schools for boys in the world. An equal-opportunity employer, we offer competitive compensation and benefits and believe strongly in workplace accessibility.
COVID-19 Saliva Home Testing Now Available At Crescent
Crescent School families and staff can now determine quickly and painlessly if they are positive for COVID-19. Crescent is one of 50 schools participating in a Saliva Home Testing program created by the Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) and Toronto Public Health.
"This program makes COVID-19 testing easily available to students and staff, including their families, to support the health & safety of our entire school community," says Jody Stapleton, Crescent School nurse. "The SickKids diagnostic PCR Saliva Home Testing Kits are a painless alternative to the nose swab, and can help stop the spread of COVID-19 through early identification and early isolation".
As of April 29, 2021, the Saliva Home Testing Kit is available for students and Crescent staff, and members of their immediate families (ages four and older). The test can be used by someone who is experiencing one or more COVID-19 symptoms, or who has been notified as being a close contact with a positive case of COVID-19. Instead of a nasal swab, the test involves spitting into a small plastic vial, which is sealed and labelled before it is submitted to the SickKids lab. Test results should be available within 24 to 48 hours.
Saliva testing kits offer several benefits:
Ease of Access: Tests can be picked up, dropped off and even done in the car on school grounds. There is no need to make an appointment, visit a COVID-19 assessment centre or stand in line waiting for the test.
High Accuracy: Like the nasal swab test, saliva-based tests are polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests. They are highly sensitive and equally as accurate.
Non-Invasive: Unlike the nasal swab test, saliva-based tests are easy to perform and pain-free.
Crescent’s nurses will assist families and staff who use the Saliva Home Testing Kit to ensure the test is collected and submitted properly.