Academic Support

Academic support, based on current brain and learning research, is provided by learning specialists in all three divisions. This includes working with boys who have an Individual Education Plan (IEP) or boys who need some individual attention in a specific subject or with a particular assignment. These specialists also work with teachers to ensure that appropriate learning and testing accommodations are put in place in the classroom for boys with IEPs. Strategies to develop skills in Executive Functioning including organization, planning, time management, studying and test-taking are available to all boys. Services include:

It is assumed that every student who is granted admission to Crescent School is able to meet the academic expectations of the school. For this reason, we will make accommodations, but not modify the curriculum for boys on IEPs. IEPs are developed for boys who have psycho-educational assessments or a medical diagnosis that identifies them as exceptional learners. Documentation must be provided from a psychologist or a medical professional describing the exceptionality, the necessary accommodations and why these supports are needed.

It should be noted that all boys in the Upper School are expected to meet the Ministry of Education requirement to complete a culminating task or write a final examination in each class. Crescent Student Services will generally not exempt a student from these requirements. However, if medical documentation can be provided, we will work with the family to provide individual accommodations such as postponing or spreading out final exams.

Questions about academic support can be directed to:
Gina Kay, Executive Director of Crescent Student Services
416-449-2556 ext. 272
gkay@crescentschool.org.