The Carey School is a private elementary school with grades PreK–5 located in San Mateo, California. It was founded in 1928 by the parents of Clare Carey Willard and her sister, Mary Therese Carey. Before it became a relatively big school, it was in a house located on El Camino Real. Prior to 1993, it provided schooling from Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade. During financial difficulties, the less profitable middle school was closed. Now it is only an elementary school.
Annual events are held every year. Some of these are the end-of-the-year Operetta, the Careyfest Halloween carnival, and a trip for students to Saratoga Springs. Children are being added every year.
In 2006, there were 233 students. There are also teachers for each grade and specialty class. There are also assistant teachers, cooks, and administrative assistants.
The head of school is Duncan Lyon, who succeeded Eric Temple in 2011. Tracy Gray-Hair is the Director of Studies.
The school mascot is the eagle.
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