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.
“Kids need some recovery time this summer,” says Dr. Denise Pope, encouraging all families to “switch off and reboot” as a way to recover from the disruption, isolation and anxiety caused by the pandemic.
Pope is a Senior Lecturer at Stanford University and Co-Founder of Challenge Success. She spoke at a Zoom event titled “Looking Ahead: A Healthy Approach to Fall” on June 9, 2021. More than 130 people attended the parent education event presented by Crescent School and the Crescent Parent Association.
“Even before COVID happened, we weren’t in balance,” said Pope, noting that it has always been a challenge to ensure children get enough sleep and unstructured free time while also fitting their school, homework and extracurriculars into their schedule.
Now, as life begins to return to normal, Pope said families need to avoid getting “sucked back into the old routine.”
“Let’s take a step back and really consider the big picture of what’s important for mental health and wellbeing,” she said.
Summer is the time to rebalance the demands on children’s time, said Pope. “When you reboot a computer, it shuts down, goes through a cycle and then starts up again. That’s what the boys need,” said Pope. She offered these five tips to set students up for success in September:
Create a healthy routine – particularly, ensure that children get enough sleep.
Watch for anxiety/fear – talk to children about what is worrying them
Communicate with the school – reach out for advice
Focus on engagement – find projects and activities that keep kids excited and curious.
Remember that learning happens all the time – children gain new skills and coping strategies outside of school lessons.
Read more advice from Dr. Pope and Challenge Success: