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Grades 1 — 12 — Toronto, ON (Map)
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THE OUR KIDS REPORT:
Crescent School
REPORT CONTENTS
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Analysis

ADMISSIONS


Crescent School has a more competitive admissions process than most peer schools, with a December application deadline for Day entry. Popular entry grades include 3, 7, and 9, and applicants may be asked to complete an interview and an entrance exam, depending on the grade. Families describe the process as supportive, with a welcoming and familial atmosphere.

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Insider community voices

Hear directly from Crescent School families and alumni as they share insights into the Admissions.

Cooper Midroni, Alum, Crescent School - text snippet underneath video thumbnail - admissions
Alum

Cooper Midroni

Gives three reasons to recommend the school to other families.
Christian M, Alum, Crescent School - text snippet underneath video thumbnail - admissions
Alum

Christian M

Gives three reasons to recommend the school to other families.
Janet and Manor Haas, Parent, Crescent School - text snippet underneath video thumbnail - admissions
Parent

Janet and Manor Haas

Recalls the process of choosing the school.
Janet and Manor Haas, Parent, Crescent School - text snippet underneath video thumbnail - admissions
Parent

Janet and Manor Haas

Talks about how their child has responded to the school.
Janet and Manor Haas, Parent, Crescent School - text snippet underneath video thumbnail - admissions
Parent

Janet and Manor Haas

Gives three reasons to recommend the school to other families.
Janet and Manor Haas, Parent, Crescent School - text snippet underneath video thumbnail - admissions
Parent

Janet and Manor Haas

Offers advice to parents currently searching for a school.

Facts and analysis

VISITING THE SCHOOL

Upcoming open houses will be announced here.

An open house includes a campus tour and meetings with teachers, staff, and students. Hosting open houses is a typical practice among schools.

  • Why it matters

    A school visit offers a firsthand look at the environment, culture, and daily life of the school. It provides an opportunity to ask questions, observe interactions, and verify your expectations directly. It's a vital part of an informed choice.

APPLICATION DEADLINES

The final deadline is December for Day entry at Crescent School.

Entry is typically for the beginning of the next school year in September.

  • Application deadline by enrollment type(s)
    Month Crescent School Other schools
    Fixed deadline Fixed deadline Rolling admissions
    September 0% 90% of all other schools have rolling admissions
    October Less than 1%
    November 1%
    December Day deadline
    		 7%
    January 2%
    February 1%
    March 2%
    April Less than 1%
    May Less than 1%
    June Less than 1%
    July 0%
    August Less than 1%

  • Why it matters

    The admissions timeline helps you plan and prepare for key milestones, including school visits, application submission, and acceptance notifications.

ENTRY GRADES

The highest number of new enrollment openings include Grade(s) 3, 7 and 9.

The highest number of openings across all other schools we cover include Grade(s) 7, 9 and 12 (for the same grades offered at Crescent School).

  • Breakdown by grade

    Entry grade Number of openings available: Day
    Crescent School Average of all other schools
    Gr. 1 14 10
    Gr. 2 14 8
    Gr. 3 28 - 32 8
    Gr. 4 8 - 12 8
    Gr. 5 18 - 22 9
    Gr. 6 0 - 5 9
    Gr. 7 20 - 30 17
    Gr. 8 0 - 5 9
    Gr. 9 18 - 25 23
    Gr. 10 0 - 5 12
    Gr. 11 0 - 5 12
    Gr. 12 - 13

  • Why it matters

    Popular entry grades may offer more opportunities for peer integration and more extensive orientation programs at the school. Applying to these grades may increase the chances of admission and support a smoother social and academic transition for the student.

ACCEPTANCE RATE

25% of all applications are accepted.

Admissions at Crescent School is more competitive than the majority of the schools we cover.

  • Breakdown by grade

    Grade Acceptance rate: Day
    Crescent School Average of all other schools
    Gr. 1 17% 39%
    Gr. 2 17% 37%
    Gr. 3 30% 37%
    Gr. 4 30% 37%
    Gr. 5 40% 38%
    Gr. 6 10% 36%
    Gr. 7 25% 39%
    Gr. 8 10% 36%
    Gr. 9 25% 41%
    Gr. 10 20% 39%
    Gr. 11 20% 38%
    Gr. 12 0% 36%

  • What Crescent School says it looks for in students

    We welcome boys from diverse backgrounds who are intellectually curious and eager to learn, and who enjoy a variety of activities outside of academics, such as arts, sports and other pursuits.

  • Why it matters

    A school's acceptance rate gives you an indication of how competitive the admissions process is. Understanding this can help you set expectations and make strategic decisions about where to apply. Please note that the acceptance rates provided here are approximate.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

The admissions process may require an interview and an entrance exam.

See grade-by-grade admissions requirements at Crescent School and how they compare with other schools.

  • Breakdown by grade

    Grade Required by Crescent School % of schools requiring
    Interview SSAT SSAT (out of province) Entrance exam Entrance essay
    Gr. 1 - - - - Interview: 51%, Exam: 15%, Essay: 2%
    Gr. 2 - - - - Interview: 52%, Exam: 19%, Essay: 2%
    Gr. 3 - - - Interview: 52%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 20%, Essay: 3%
    Gr. 4 - - - Interview: 54%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 22%, Essay: 4%
    Gr. 5 - - - Interview: 56%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 25%, Essay: 5%
    Gr. 6 - - - Interview: 59%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 25%, Essay: 7%
    Gr. 7 - - - Interview: 61%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 27%, Essay: 10%
    Gr. 8 - - - Interview: 62%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 27%, Essay: 10%
    Gr. 9 - - - Interview: 49%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 23%, Essay: 11%
    Gr. 10 - - - - Interview: 47%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 20%, Essay: 11%
    Gr. 11 - - - - Interview: 46%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 20%, Essay: 12%
    Gr. 12 - - - - - Interview: 41%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 15%, Essay: 10%

  • Application fee: $275

    Registration fee: $10,000

    Deposit: $10,000


    Description:

    Application requirements differ from grade to grade. Click here for complete details.

  • Why it matters

    Understanding admission requirements is crucial as you assess your fit with a school and the likelihood of acceptance. These requirements often reflect the school's educational priorities.

 

Qualitative insights

These insights are based on conversations with parents, alumni, and school leadership. Handpicked and curated by our editor, they offer a close look at how the school is experienced and perceived by those who know it best.


The atmosphere is welcoming and familial.

Insights from parents and students reflect that Crescent fosters a close-knit and welcoming environment, akin to a family, providing a reassuring and nurturing space for all.

We did the tour, and we were impressed by what Crescent School had, and we were blown away.  We walked through the Manor doors and it was this warmth and like you were at home. We got this nice feeling inside. I remember hearing one of the teachers at the open house, and I was in awe. I thought ‘oh, my God. If my son comes here, he'll be loved. He'll be taken care of,’ because as a mom, you worry about that stuff, right?
—Magda, parent (see full discussion)
What makes Crescent special is it’s like family. A big value in my own family is the feeling of community, and having that extra layer of love around us. And I really felt that at Crescent when we were choosing a school. I remember going for my interview, when I was 7 or 8 years old, and I remember just thinking, ‘Yeah, this is the place for me’. It just felt like family.
—Naveen Gupta, alum (see full interview)
We love talking to the new parents coming in to see the school and answer any questions that they have. The moms, the way they talk about Crescent School and their faces light up, it's something else. I don't know what it is, but we love the school.
—Magda, parent (see full discussion)

The admission process is supportive.

Observations from families moving from out of province and participating in open houses highlight Crescent's flexible and accommodating admission process, making transitions smooth and decisions easier.

The process for us in choosing Crescent for our three boys was really terrific. Our family was moving from out of province. Right from the very start, the team at Crescent was absolutely phenomenal at helping us understand the process, understand what Crescent stood for, both in terms of its culture and values, the academic program, and the extracurricular activities. They made the process really easy for us. They were very helpful and flexible in how we could go about the application process.
—Sherri and Derek Neldner, parent (see full interview)
We started going to open houses, we started talking to parents that were in the school. We saw how Crescent shined, really shined in so many ways. Our question was, should we keep them in the school that they were in until that school was Grade 8, or should we pull them out earlier and move them into Crescent? It became an easy decision. The physical environment at Crescent was so pleasant. And then also the opportunities that Crescent gives them for education. We didn't know at this age if they'd want sports, art, science. Crescent literally gives boys all those opportunities on a top-notch scale. We have not regretted it one bit whatsoever.
—Janet and Manor Haas, parent (see full interview)
Hands down, Crescent, when compared to other schools, made the out-of-province application process easy. They answered all of our questions, which were sometimes probably silly and small details, but it really made the difference in helping us feel comfortable with our decision.
—Sherri and Derek Neldner, parent (see full interview)
 

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