History

The Crescent Academy is a Broome County private school mastering NYS Curriculum standards and offering a comprehensive Islamic foundation.  Founded in 2006 and celebrating our tenth anniversary, we enrich the lives of students, their families and the surrounding community.  Our continued success is attributed to the support of our community and through dedication to our core principles: kindness, patience, and justice.

Our Academic Program

TCA offers a comprehensive Pre-K 3 to Grade 5 curriculum centered on NYS Common Core curriculum standards.  Our small class sizes allow differentiated instruction for every learner and allow each child to achieve success.

The Crescent Academy’s current enrollment includes students in:

  • Pre-Kindergarten
  • Kindergarten
  • Grade 1
  • Grade 2
  • Grade 3
  • Grade 4
  • Grade 5

Small class sizes and individual attention are TCA’s greatest strength.  Our teachers are selected based on their extensive experience and a desire to achieve excellence.  Our goal is to help each child attain his or her full potential inside and outside of the classroom.

Our Dual Curriculum

In a small group setting, your child will be instructed in
The New York State Common Core Curriculum

Featuring the Engage NY Reading, Writing and Math Modules

in addition to hands-on Science inquiry,
a real-world Social Studies curriculum,
Art from multiple mediums,
integrated Music experiences,
team-building Physical Education,
and a 21st century Technology Education.

 

Our Islamic Foundation features instruction in

The Holy Quran,

the Arabic Language,

and Islamic Studies principles.

State Exam Results

State Exam Results

TCA has a long history outperforming each of the area’s public schools on the annual NYS exams.

After School Enrichment Opportunities

  • Afterschool tutoring
  • State Exam prep
  • Odyssey of the Mind
  • Girl Scouts/Boy Scouts
  • Book Clubs
  • Soccer Shots
  • Robotics Club
  • Chess Club
  • Drama Club
  • Iqra Academy (Quran program)
  • Yoga/Gymanstics
  • National Elementary Honors Society
  • Summer Camps

Local sports programs are also available including football, basketball, hockey, swimming, gymnastics, dance, and baseball among others.

Why choose TCA?

  • Our family atmosphere
  • Students, staff, families and the community partnered for our continued success.
  • Small class sizes
  • Dedicated and accessible teachers
  • Extra support in a small group setting
  • After-school tutoring and exam prep
  • Enhanced learning opportunities such as Odyssey of the Mind teams and Book Club
  • Extracurricular activities like Soccer Shots and Girl Scouts
  • Integrated Islamic Studies and Arabic program
  • Personalized Holy Quran instruction
  • Great halal food at all school events!
  • An encouraging environment free of the typical concerns found in public schools

Want to learn more?

We welcome you and your child to TCA’s family. For more information or to arrange a tour, please contact:

 Amber Smith, Principal

 The Crescent Academy
(607)729-3431
thecrescentacademy@yahoo.com
www.thecrescentacademy.org