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.
Online applications are accepted for enrolment in the 2025–2026 school year.
Application fees:
September 1–October 31, 2024
$225
November 1–December 1, 2024
$275
December 2, 2024 onward (late)
$325
If the application fee will prohibit your family from submitting an application on behalf of your son(s), please contact a member of the Enrolment Team at apply@crescentschool.org.
Beginning in September, campus tours will be provided for families interested in our Lower (Grades 3–6), Middle (Grades 7 & 8) and Upper (Grades 9–12) Schools. Registration for campus tours is now available. Click here.
Our Middle School Open House for families interested in enrolling their sons in Grades 7–8 at Crescent for the 2025–2026 academic year is on Monday, October 21, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Please use this form to register your attendance at this Open House event.
Our Upper School Information Session for families interested in enrolling their sons in Grades 9-12 at Crescent for the 2025–2026 academic year is on Monday, October 21, 2024, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. No campus tours will be offered during this event.
Please use this form to register your attendance at this Open House event.
Our Lower School Open House for families interested in enrolling their sons in Grades 3–6 at Crescent for the 2025–2026 academic year is on Thursday, October 24, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Please use this form to register your attendance at this Open House event.
Grades 7 and 9 applicants will write an in-person assessment at either Crescent School, The York School or Royal St. George's College. We are collaborating with RSGC and The York School to deliver the assessment. Applicants only need to write one assessment regardless of the school(s) they are applying to.
The test fee is $125.
Applicants to Crescent, RSGC or The York School are welcome to write on the following dates:
Grade 7 Assessment:
Saturday, December 7 at 9:00 a.m. at Crescent School
Saturday, December 14 at 9:00 a.m. at RSGC
Saturday, December 14 at 9:00 a.m. at TYS
Grade 9 Assessment:
Saturday, December 7 at 9:00 a.m. at RSGC
Saturday, December 14 at 9:00 a.m. at Crescent School
Saturday, December 7 at 9:00 a.m. at TYS
International or Out-of-Province Applicants Grade 7 and 9 international and out-of-province applicants will write the test virtually on Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. EST.
The assessment focuses on mathematics and literacy and is tailored to your child's age, and includes multiple-choice and short-answer questions. No preparation is required.
Experience Crescent Day is a mandatory, in-person event for applicants to Grades 3–7. It provides prospective Crescent students with the opportunity to engage with the three pedagogies that are foundational to a Crescent School education: active, experiential, and relational.
There are practical and evaluative components to the day. During this event, boys will:
Participate in activities that focus on collaboration, critical thinking and positive leadership
Engage in experiences that encourage creativity, curiosity and adaptability
Explore and navigate new relationships with others while maintaining a growth mindset, courageous spirit and awareness of self