First School provides a successful and well established approach to preschool education.
At First School your child will experience an intimate learning atmosphere unparalleled by any other desert preschool program.
First School provides a perfect balance of academic and social instruction.
As educators we feel it is imperative to communicate the goals of First School.
Our standards are high but realistic. Our program is designed to give your child a solid academic foundation.
In addition to the academic approach we develop your childrens social skills.
Combining our emphasis on academic and social skills leads to well-balanced results.
Your child will be academically prepared and socially adjusted to confront the challenges they will face in the elementary school years.
First School of the Desert strives to promote the advancement of young children through an unwavering dedication to the welfare and education of preschool students.
Our mission success is achieved by creating a learning environment of fun and happiness.
We devotedly endeavor to advance the development of young children through a concerted effort of professional teamwork.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 91 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
91 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Where Learning is Fun
- First School provides a successful and well established approach to preschool education.
- At First School your child will experience an intimate learning atmosphere unparalleled by any other desert preschool program.
- First School provides a perfect balance of academic and social instruction.
- As educators we feel it is imperative to communicate the goals of First School.
- Our standards are high but realistic.
- Our program is designed to give your child a solid academic foundation.
- In addition to the academic approach we develop your childrens social skills.
- Combining our emphasis on academic and social skills leads to well-balanced results.
- Your child will be academically prepared and socially adjusted to confront the challenges they will face in the elementary school years.
- First School of the Desert strives to promote the advancement of young children through an unwavering dedication to the welfare and education of preschool students.
- Our mission success is achieved by creating a learning environment of fun and happiness.
- We devotedly endeavor to advance the development of young children through a concerted effort of professional teamwork.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for First School Of The Desert?
The application deadline for First School Of The Desert is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and preschool to First School Of The Desert is Palm Valley School (2.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is King's Schools Of The Desert (2.3 miles away)
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Location
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Quick Facts
67675 Bolero Road
Palm Springs, CA 92264
(760) 324-5464
Palm Springs, CA 92264
(760) 324-5464
2.3 miles
Gr: K-8 | 251 students Sports: 6
35525 Da Vall Drive
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
(760) 328-0861
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
(760) 328-0861
2.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 344 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 23 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Kiddie Kollege
Daycare / Preschool
490 S Compadre Rd
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 327-3767
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 327-3767
3.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 35 students
455 S Compadre Rd
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 960-4919
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 960-4919
3.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 221 students Avg. class size: 30 students Sports: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Thousand Palms Child Care Center
Daycare / Preschool
72400 La Canada Way
Thousand Palms, CA 92276
(760) 343-2163
Thousand Palms, CA 92276
(760) 343-2163
3.5 miles
Gr: K | 85 students Tuition listed
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