When arriving at the busy intersection near the Medical College down Kynsey Road, Colombo 08, there is a gigantic structure that stands proud and grabs the attention of passersby.
‘To God be the glory, great things He hath done’. Carey College is the result of the vision God had to have a vineyard in which the good seed could be planted, from which would emerge good fruit. In the year 1914, the Baptist Missionaries brought this vision to fulfillment and the inception of the school was marked on January 12, 1914.
It was named B.M.S. Boys’ High School. The initial number of students were two boys and three masters. The first Principal Rev. H.J. Charter (B.A., B.D.) put himself whole heartedly to improve the school. He left after 7 years of service and Rev. Spooner (B.D.) succeeded him for 17 years. He gave his best in guiding the destiny of the school. The name of the school was changed to Carey Baptist College. Rev. H.W.Spillet (B.A.,,B.D.) succeeded him. The school celebrated its Silver Jubilee in 1939. He served for 6 years and left the college in 1944.
The College Crest was designed by Rev. W.M P. Jayathunga in 1948, and produced by Messrs Pearce Plan Service Ltd, London. It first appeared on the cover page of the 1948 College Magazine.
A blue Shield stands on a maroon circle. The centre of which is marked with a bold white cross. (Originally maroon). The heart shows two hands opening a door which leads to the pathway of life with the crown of eternal life as its goal. Prominence is also given to our Motto “Serve And Obey”. The Latin version of which is inscribed boldly on a ribbon at the base of the shield. It was hoped that the new crest will not only adorn the printed pages, but will also be a directive and impetus for us in the life that we build in this College which is most dear to us.