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.
The tent in the Formal Garden was standing room only as the Grade 4 and 5 Performance Choir kicked off LUNA Nova on May 12. Their moving performance of Fly Away Home elicited thunderous applause from the packed audience of proud families. LUNA was officially back in person, for the first time since 2019.
LUNA is Crescent’s annual celebration of the curricular arts featuring performances and installations in music, drama, visual and media arts. At the opening ceremonies, Head of Arts Godric Latimer-Kim had instructions for the crowd of Crescent families: “Listen with your whole hearts. See with your whole hearts.”
The Manor Courtyard had been converted into a sculpture gallery, with a dozen Upper School installations to browse. Hallways were covered with colourful art, and some installations even had QR codes that linked to audio of the student artist explaining their work. The Grade 3 Xylophones and Vocal performers played under the warm sun behind the Manor. Proud parents watched their sons play “If You’re Happy And You Know It,” and when the moment came, everyone clapped their hands with gusto. An impressive concert band made up of Middle and Upper School students performed the theme from Pirates of the Caribbean with aplomb; it was afterward that their conductor, Upper School music teacher Harry Timmermans, confided to the audience that they had only been playing together for two months.
The night closed with stellar musical performances from the Oscar Peterson Tribute Band, the Kyle Henderson Experience, alumni superstars The Pacifiers, and Captain Rubric and the Success Criteria. LUNA Nova came to an end having burned bright like its namesake, and bringing the Crescent community back together.