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.
A Generous Pledge from the Crescent Parent Association
The Crescent Parent Association (CPA) has announced a pledge to donate up to $1 million to Crescent School.
To be fulfilled by 2025, the CPA’s pledge includes $500,000 to Phase 1 of Crescent’s Master Campus Plan, plus up to $500,000 to add to the CPA Centennial Scholarship. The scholarship provides financial assistance to support Upper School students. The specific Master Campus Plan project supported by the CPA pledge will be announced at a later date.
“We are thrilled to be giving back to the school that has given so much to our boys,” says incoming CPA President Magda Koinis-Tsagogeorgas P’26. “We are honoured to announce our support of the future capital project and the CPA Centennial Scholarship. Both initiatives will make a difference in the lives of our current and future boys and will help Crescent continue to grow vibrantly.”
“This pledge would not be possible if it wasn’t for the community of Crescent parents who give so much of their time, generosity and support,” says 2020-2021 CPA President Andrea Bunker P’20, ’22, ’25. “It is this Crescent community that sets us apart from our peers at other independent schools.”
“We are extremely fortunate to have such a committed parent community at Crescent,” says Headmaster Michael Fellin P’24. “This is an exciting juncture in Crescent’s history and I am delighted that the CPA is playing such a generous role in supporting our mission.”
The CPA is a volunteer organization representing all parents of Crescent students. Its mission is to work in partnership with Crescent School to build Crescent's unique sense of community, through social, fundraising and outreach initiatives.
In 2020, the CPA announced a pledge of $50,000 to support expendable student financial aid to assist Crescent families impacted by COVID-19. The CPA also remains committed to endowed financial aid through the CPA Centennial Scholarship.