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.
Like everything else in 2020, this year’s Holiday Sale organized by the Crescent Parent Association (CPA) was completely different from previous years – but it still retained the festive community spirit that makes this annual event so popular.
For decades, the Holiday Sale has been a highlight in the Crescent School calendar. Held each November, it brings the Crescent community together for a fun shopping experience that is also a significant CPA fundraiser.
This year, mindful of Crescent’s COVID-19 precautions, the volunteer committee started planning in May to transform the event into an online experience. Led by CPA Holiday Sale Co-chairs Sarah Luxton and Lisa Ernst, the committee drew on a range of skills and experience to bring their vision for the revamped event to life.
Launched on November 27, 2020, the reimagined event offered two ways to help make holiday preparations extra-special and as stress-free as possible:
@12daysofholiday on Instagram – a 12-day series of stories and posts that spotlighted Holiday Sale vendors and Crescent community members sharing holiday music, favourite recipes and ideas for giving back to the community.
The Holiday Shoppe – an online storefront selling food boxes, plants and wreaths, wine, gingerbread house kits and more.
The Crescent community enthusiastically embraced both offerings. The Instagram account quickly gained 500 followers and online Holiday Shoppe sales were brisk.
Vendors who had been part of the previous years’ Holiday Sale events were glad to pay a nominal fee to be featured in the 12 Days of Holiday Instagram stories. (The 12 Days Of Holiday team provided Instagram training for vendors who were unfamiliar with the platform.) The 24 vendor spotlights filled quickly, with more on a waitlist. As one vendor said, “This is the perfect year to support small & local businesses. We appreciate it!”
Proceeds from the Holiday Shoppe sales will support the CPA fundraising efforts assisting Crescent families who have been impacted by COVID-19, as well as the CPA’s commitment to endowed financial aid through the CPA Centennial Scholarship.