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.
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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.
Boys in Grades 7 and 9 travelled north to Camp Manitou from October 7 to 9 to learn outside of school and bond with their classmates.
The theme for the Grade 7 trip was “sustainability” and this was explored through both an environmental lens (how the boys can be good stewards of the environment) and a team building lens (how the boys can best work together this year).
Having some time at school prior to the trip helped with its success says Charlie Mills ’99, Middle School teacher and Subject Head of Interdisciplinary Studies at Crescent. “We set the tone here at school before we went to Manitou.”
Carson McGregor, Upper School Communication Technology Teacher, saw the Grade 9 trip as a great opportunity for boys to get to know their newest classmates. “It's a big grade, there's a lot of new boys,” he says. “I encouraged them to play different games against each other and really get to know people beyond their friend group.”
Thanks to the change in environment, activities for both grades were largely outdoors and active. They included adventure games, archery, trust exercises, a low ropes course, a climbing wall and a cookie-baking contest. Grade 9s held a dodgeball tournament with student teams divided by House. “The activities brought out unbelievable moments from the boys,” says McGregor. “An entire House of boys cheered for one of their peers to get up the (climbing) wall.”
Mills hosted a talk about sustainability and interdependence with the Grade 7 boys. “I asked them what these words mean to them in a group context,” he says. “Words like compassion and understanding and love came up as they discussed what they needed from one another to be successful throughout the year.”
On the second and final night, the two groups came together for a campfire. Treated to a beautiful, clear evening and a special musical interlude by a Manitou staff member and Mr. Mills, the boys joined in for some call-and-answer songs. Three Grade 9 students spoke to their Grade 7 brothers to share how they came to appreciate their Middle School journeys, encouraging them to embrace the experience and in particular the unique support of their Mentors. “It was a bit of a reflective moment for the Grade 7 boys on the year they're about to have,” says McGregor.