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Crescent Camps
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Type:Day camp
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Focus:Traditional (multi activity)
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Cost:$420 to $525/week
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Ages:4 to 13
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Gender:Coed
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Main language:English
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Capacity:Varies
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Programs:
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Summary Profile
Crescent Camps answered our questions
Who are you as an organization?
Crescent Camps offer the best of Crescent School in Toronto through our variety of one-week summer programs. Our camps for boys and girls ages 4-13 encourage creativity, innovation, and collaboration. Exceptional staff, including Crescent faculty and alumni, deliver Arts, Robotics & Technology, Sports, Nature, and Business programs with enthusiasm and expertise.
- Special needs: Not available
- LGBTQ+ friendly community
What do you do differently or uniquely well?
"We emphasize a "challenge by choice" mindset to our programming, encouraging campers to take small steps outside their comfort zone in a safe environment. With each camp lasting one week, campers set goals for the week through project-based learning. From designing a dream home in Budding Architects, to building a robot in our Robotics camps, children learn how to work collaboratively with others, regardless of their experience level. Being situated in Toronto, we are lucky to have an expansive green space and trail system. By utilizing this space for our low ropes course, nature hikes, and shelter building, campers can enjoy traditional camp experiences in the comfort of a Toronto day camp. "
Who are your staff and counsellors?
"Our programs are led by Head Instructors, who are teachers, subject matter experts, and leaders in their field. Camps are supported by Counsellors and Volunteers who are either university or high school students. All staff are trained in health and safety practices, and Head Instructors are certified in Standard First Aid and CPR-C to complement our camp nurse. With a high rate of returning staff each summer, Crescent Camps have fostered an inclusive camp staff culture consisting of Crescent School Faculty, Alumni, and Students, as well as several TDSB teachers and students."
What do families need to know about registration?
"Crescent Camps are open to all children ages 4-13. Registration begins on December 1, 2022, through our website and closes at noon on the Thursday before each camp program begins, subject to availability. Cancellations made before June 2, 2023, will be refunded minus a $100 administrative fee. There are no refunds after June 2, 2023. If you would like to switch your child's camps or weeks, this can be done free of charge, provided that there is space available in the camp program. If you have any questions about Crescent Camps and whether our programs are suitable for your child, please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected]"
COVID-19 Response
Crescent’s Summer Camp Program is offering on-campus programs this summer! As our community’s health and safety is our number one priority, we are offering carefully curated and small capacity on-campus programs.
We will maintain our high standards, engaging content and positive relationships that define our camper experiences.
Vaccine Policy:
It is highly recommended all campers aged 4 years and older to be fully vaccinated by a Government of Canada-approved vaccine, prior to the start of camp.
Mask Policy:
Wearing masks at Camp is no longer required but will be encouraged for indoor, large group crowded settings. Our Camp community will lean on our values to ensure individual mask practices are respected and welcomed. This is consistent with the current guidance from Toronto Public Health.
Join us this summer!
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Programs, Rates & Dates
Programs and Sessions Calendar
Choose the right programs and sessions for your child; Crescent Camps currently has 37 programs available.
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Financial Aid & Payment Details
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Credit card payment Yes Discounts
Discount for 2nd child 5% Discount for 3rd child 5% -
Insider Reviews & Perspectives
The Our Kids review of Crescent Camps
Many independent schools are fortunate to have beautiful grounds, modern and professionally equipped facilities and highly experienced faculty, and that’s particularly true at Crescent. Where many day camps offer robotics, they can’t, for example, also offer theatre arts out of a fully equipped theatre facility, or printmaking out of a fully equipped studio. Crescent can—and does—do all of that and more. There’s also an ease that comes with having it all in one place; while campers have the option of doing ultimate frisbee one week and arts the next, the location allows them and their parents to fall in to some longer-term routines in terms of daily transportation and schedules. (And the fact that lunch is included is, from the parental perspective at least, kind of thrilling.) The camp is close to public transportation as well as a wealth of multi-use green space, including play fields and the ravine that abuts the property. Home to a low-ropes course, the ravine also offers abundant opportunity for exploration and nature study. There are programs here that you won’t find anywhere else, such as Architectural Concepts and Design and Money Matters, a session presenting financial literacy concepts. The Discovery Camp allows fun opportunities for younger campers to explore athletics, arts, makerspace and nature, combining these themes with different activities each week. Most of the programs are led by Crescent faculty who have expertise in their area of athletics, arts, robotics and business. Instructors who are not Crescent faculty have extensive expertise in the program areas, previous camp leadership experience, and are often alumni of the school. Ultimately, there’s a lot to love, particularly for campers who are looking for programming that falls outside the typical day-camp fare.
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Editor's Review
Three Things: Crescent Camps
Hear the three things that Our Kids’ editors see when they look at Crescent Camps
Questions for the Director
- [00:16] - What is unique about your camp?
- [00:45] - What type of child is successful at your camp?
- [01:14] - What does the camp’s daily schedule look like?
- [01:46] - How do your staff deal with behavioural issues?
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Questions for the Director
- 00:30 - What is unique about your camp?
- 00:52 - What type of child is successful at your camp?
- 01:09 - Is the schedule structured or is it more open?
- 01:44 - How do your staff deal with behavioural issues?
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Insider's Perspective: Parent
- 00:28 - What's unique about the program at Crescent Camps that made you want to enroll your children there?
- 01:27 - How was your children's experience with this camp?
- 02:13 - Was there any changes or noticeable personal growth you saw in your children after their time at the camp?
- 02:58 - How can a parent support their child to get the most out of this camp?
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User reviews of Crescent Camps — Read all 10 reviews
Crescent Camp was Excellent!
Jodi (Parent)"The entire staff at the crescent camp was excellent! The drama team was exceptionally enthusiastic, professional, committed, supportive, kind, creative and fun group! He loved the menu, the food and came home every day... Read More
Wonderful experience by caring camp experts!
A Parent (Parent)A wonderful experience filled with learning, laughter and caring adults who are camp-experts!
Inspiring staff offer fun Drama camp
Jodi (Parent)Caring, committed, enthusiastic, creative, talented and inspiring staff members. If your kids want to have fun and improve their drama skills, this is the camp for them
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Location & Site Details
Operation
Crescent Camps is operated by the school Crescent School.
Address
North Toronto, Toronto2365 Bayview Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M2L 1A2OnlineVirtual ProgramAccommodations
More details about accommodations: In support of health and safety at Crescent Camps, we have an on-site Registered Nurse, and Head Instructors are First Aid and CPR certified.
Are meals provided? Yes
Property Details
Sports facilities
- Basketball Court
- Gymnasium
- Rope Course
- Running Track
- Soccer Field
Landscape
- Forested Area
- Lake/Pond/River
- Nature Trails
- Open Field
More details about property: Crescent School is located on a 30-acre campus in mid-town Toronto, with air-conditioned facilities, parking and TTC access.
Associations
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What's New
Director's Message
Matthew Corolis, Camp Director
At Crescent Camps, we are pleased to be able to offer the best of Crescent School in a number of exciting and innovative day camp programs. Bringing our expertise in the arts, business and robotics, as well as utilizing our expansive green space for nature activities and sports, our incredible instructors and staff are ready to offer a fun and enriching experience for campers. We look forward to having your camper join us and experience everything we have to offer. If you can’t find what you're looking for on our website, please feel free to contact us directly.
In the News
February 1, 2022
Enjoy the Best of Crescent When School’s Out This Summer
Enjoy the Best of Crescent When School’s Out This Summer... Read More
January 28, 2020
Join the summer fun at Crescent Camps!
It's not too soon to plan your child's summer camp experience. Crescent Camps offers a wide range of day programs in Toronto.... Read More
April 26, 2019
For Kids Who Love Being Creative: Fun Day Camps at Crescent This Summer
Where kids will develop their confidence, express themselves through art, learn new techniques and collaborate with friends... Read More
Stories
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Parents and campers love our staff and programs
Early reviews are in for our summer camp programs. Parents and campers love our staff and how we blend learning and fun into our programs. Recent reviews include:
- "Truly excellent learning! A great campus with fantastic counsellors"
- "The staff were exceptionally supportive and fun and helped my kids enjoy their experience"
- "Well organized and educational"
- "Best environment, delicious lunch, professional instructors, interesting program"
- "Great, professional, friendly staff"
We have a few spaces left this summer. Come see what parents and campers are raving about!
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Second Summer Of Crescent Camps Was A Success
For the second summer in a row, Crescent School’s campus was busy while school was out, as nearly 190 boys and girls enjoyed Crescent’s day camps.
The Crescent summer camp programs expanded this year, offering more day camps that included theatre arts, financial literacy, architecture, sports, technology and more.
“Our camps focus on innovation, creativity, collaboration, building connections and building character,” says Donna MacKenzie, who manages the Crescent Camps program. She says Crescent will continue to build its camps program, ensuring that next year’s March Break and Summer Camps continue to offer high-quality instruction and engaging activities.
To see what campers had to say about the summer camps, watch this Crescent Camps video.
Registration for Crescent’s March Break 2019 camps will open in late December, and registration for the Summer 2019 camps will open January.
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Campers rave about our Challenge Camp
“It was the best camp I’ve ever been to. It’s fun, creative and amazing overall. Best March Break ever!”
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Crescent Camps have good reviews?
We interviewed families about their experience with Crescent Camps. Watch the video here. You can also read 10 reviews of Crescent Camps from past attendees.What types of programs does Crescent Camps offer?
Crescent Camps runs: virtual programs, day camps, year-round programs. Programming specializes in: Education (multi), Academic/Tutoring (multi), Credit Courses, Visual Arts (multi), Comic Art, Traditional (multi activity) , Sport (multi), Debate, Robotics, Technology, Arts (multi), Leadership (multi), Filmmaking, Financial Literacy, Performing Arts (multi), Entrepreneurship, Theatre Arts. Browse the program calendar for rates and dates.What age does Crescent Camps start?
Crescent Camps has programs for children aged 4 to 13.How much does is cost to attend Crescent Camps?
Fees to attend Crescent Camps range from $420 to $525/week.Does Crescent Camps offer support for children with special needs?
Crescent Camps does not offer support for children with special needs.Does Crescent Camps offer busing?
No, Crescent Camps does not offer transportation.
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Parents and campers love our staff and programs
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