First awarded in 1997, the Carey Medal recognises a member of the Carey community, past or present student, staff member, or parent, who has demonstrated exceptional service to the wider community at a local, state, national, or international level.

The award celebrates selfless contributions that have made a meaningful difference to the lives of others. Recipients may be recognised for achievements that are highly visible or undertaken quietly behind the scenes, completed over a short period or sustained over many years. The Carey Medal honours those whose commitment, leadership, and service embody the values of the School and inspire others through their actions.

2025: Robyn Brewin
2024: Toni Joel OAM
2023: Hugh van Cuylenburg
2022: Bruce Murray OAM
2021: Meg Lanning 
2020: Murray Baird 
2019: Michael Gordon 
2018: Nic Mackay  
2017: Professor Michael Quinn AM 
2016: Dr Nicole Bieske 
2015: Alan Attwood 
2014: Dr Russell Corlett  
2013: Jeffrey Chapman AM 
2012: Dr Maithri Goonetilleke 
2011: Jan Sparkes 
2010: Colin Carter OAM 
2009: Dr Keith Farrer OBE 
2008: Justice Murray Kellam AO 
2007: Jock Noble 
2006: Professor Douglas Coster AO 
2005: Duncan Reilly MBE and Mr Hugh Evans 
2004: Dr Neil Strugnell 
2003: Dr Trevor Smith and Mrs Heather Smith 
2002: Dr Alan Treloar 
2001: Rev. Tim Costello 
2000: Ron Castan AM QC 
1999: Alfred Mellor CBE 
1998: Llew Evans 
1997: Professor Graeme Clark AC