Crestwood , a member of the highly reputable Conference of Independent Schools, provides a vibrant educational environment that fosters a passion for learning. We are committed to providing and excellent education that meets students’ interests, abilities and needs as well as inviting and encouraging work and participation in activities and areas previously overlooked. Not only do we challenge each student to develop intellectually, creatively, socially and emotionally, but just as important, we cultivate values of respect, integrity, diligence and compassion – important factors in the personal growth of children and in their ability to embrace good citizenship and community responsibility.
From Junior Kindergarten to Grade 6, Crestwood students receive preparation for high school, university and life. Our structured program teaches the basic academic skills that create a strong and essential foundation. In addition to this, Crestwood teaches students how to be organized and develop good study and work habits.
Crestwood Preparatory College is an independent, co-ed, non-denominational university preparatory school. Crestwood College offers a full range of courses at the academic and university preparatory levels that meet and surpass the Ministry of Education guidelines. Organizational keys, study skills, time management and productive work habits are daily emphasized. Resource is available for students who experience difficulty. Extra help, academic advice and guidance and good dispositions on the part of teachers are always mainstays at Crestwood. We also strongly encourage students to get involved in our co-curricular program as a way not only to have fun and develop new associations and skills, but also as a way of improving their academic prospects. Students who are involved and enjoying a full high school experience are invariably the ones who succeed in academic matters as well.
The following are some key parameters of teaching and teachers at Crestwood:
•Enriched Ontario curriculum to enhance learning , student interest and university prospects.Small class sizes to increase student-teacher interaction and academic successOrganizational skills, time management, note taking, computer skills ( laptops optional ) and self
•Discipline taught and nurtured
•Differentiated learning styles and approaches to maximize student success
•Resource personnel and assistance for students in need
•Reasonable and effective accommodation for “identified” students
•Test and exam reviews, test taking skills, exposure to different evaluation methods to allow students
•To work with existing strengths and abilities
•Stress on literacy, formal essay writing, exposition and persuasion, review and editing,
•Writing Help Centre ( see our MAPP Program ) established to assist in developing strengths in literacy
•Reach ahead credits for most grades
•Advanced Placement courses for senior grades
•Enriched French Program beginning in grade 7
•“Smart” Board technology in every classroom
•Mentoring Programs and meetings
•3 Computer labs
•Four official reporting periods and regular communication with parent
•Social excursions to improve student interaction, field trips to enhance classroom experiences
•Numerous student leadership initiatives