The Carey School

We are thrilled that you are interested in learning about The Carey School! A few things to note since some information cannot be updated on greatschools.org.The official address of our main campus is 1 Carey School Lane, San Mateo, CA 94403Enrollment for the 2021-22 School year is 271.The student d

The Carey School is a truly special place! We have been part of the Carey community for the past 6 years, our oldest just graduated, and is heading onto middle school well-prepared and as a confident student and person, while our youngest continue to grow and thrive at Carey (headed into 4th grade).

We can’t imagine our boys’ lives without the experience of being at the Carey School for their K-5 years. Every single one of their teachers has made a lasting impact on their overall growth and development, with a level of kindness, caring and dedication that is truly top notch in every respect. Ov

Overall, we've had a really great experience at the school. The price tag is significant (and increases every year without fail) but the cost is generally in line with other private schools in the area. In our experience the caliber of teaching, facilities, student support services, and above all th

The Carey School is the best elementary school in the peninsula. It's curriculum, teachers and administrators are first-rate and the small community is a wonderful world for the children to grow up within. Unlike many independent schools, Carey is racially diverse, and this is one of its strengths.