San Mateo, CA · 1–8
Last verified August 20, 2026
1 Carey School Ln, 94403 · (650) 345-8205
Enrollment
240
Student:teacher
6:1
Published tuition
$36,480–$43,559
Application fee
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Tuition by division
| Division | Grades | Annual tuition | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | Preschool 3s Program and Pre-Kindergarten | $38,669 | — |
| Elementary2026-2027 | Kindergarten - Grade 5 | $46,173 | covers all fees excluding lunch and extended care costs |
Head of school
Neely Norris
Head of School
Neely Norris leads The Carey School, an elementary school focused on formative years, where she is thrilled and grateful to lead this wonderful, joyful school.
Curriculum & special classes
The Carey School offers an eight-year learning path blending traditional methods with innovative ideas, focusing on building a strong academic foundation and instilling a love of learning. The curriculum balances instruction with play, exploration, and experiential learning, developing skills in various subjects through the lens of appreciating diversity.
Financial aid
The Carey School is committed to creating a diverse community and partners with families to support them through the financial aid process. They offer a financial aid program to ensure a Carey education is a reality for families.
Before & after school care
Before school
Drop-In Morning Care from 7:45 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.
After school
Extended Carey After School Adventures until 6:00 p.m., offering fun and engaging activities like crafting, outdoor play, and homework, available for regular attendance or occasional drop-ins. Optional After School Adventures (ASA) program offers enrichment classes like cooking, soccer, robotics, and dance for preschool through fifth grade.
Cost
Drop-In Morning Care: Complimentary; Drop-In Extended Carey: $16/hour; Extended Carey Semester Rate: $2350 (billed at the start of each semester for unlimited afternoon care).
Extended-care hours and rates change yearly — parents can correct these below.
Admissions
The Carey School seeks curious, kind, and joyful learners for its diverse and collaborative environment. The admission process involves learning about the whole child through an online application, parent interview, teacher feedback, and student observation during a visit.
Apply by
Application season for 2026–2027 is closed. The deadline for submitting financial aid application information for new prospective families is January 16, 2026. General application details for 2027-2028 will be available in September.
Acceptance rate
Not listed
Application fee
Not listed
What they ask for: Online application through Ravenna, virtual information session, admission events, playgroup visit/student screening, virtual parent interview, student evaluation form, transcript request (grades 1-5), shadow visit (grades 1-5 only), age requirements (3, 4, 5 years old before Sept 1 for preschool/kindergarten).
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