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 Stats (2025)
- 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
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
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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Grades: K-8 | 251 students 2.3 miles 67675 Bolero Road
Palm Springs, CA 92264
(760) 324-5464
Palm Springs, CA 92264
(760) 324-5464
2.3
K-8
251
Grades: PK-12 | 344 students 2.8 miles 35525 Da Vall Drive
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
(760) 328-0861
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
(760) 328-0861
2.8
PK-12
344
Kiddie Kollege
Daycare / Preschool
Grades: PK-K | 35 students 3.2 miles 490 S Compadre Rd
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 327-3767
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 327-3767
3.2
PK-K
35
Grades: PK-8 | 221 students 3.2 miles 455 S Compadre Rd
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 960-4919
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 960-4919
3.2
PK-8
221
Thousand Palms Child Care Center
Daycare / Preschool
Grades: K | 85 students 3.5 miles 72400 La Canada Way
Thousand Palms, CA 92276
(760) 343-2163
Thousand Palms, CA 92276
(760) 343-2163
3.5
K
85
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