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.
At First School you will find we value quality personnel.
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 (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
149 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 51%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
12 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
DanceGymnastics
School Notes
- School Motto: Where Learning is Fun
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for First School Of The Desert-La Quinta?
The application deadline for First School Of The Desert-La Quinta is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
I live in La Quinta and have been looking for a good preschool for my daughter. I saw First School online and after reading some of these reviews, I just had to give it a shot. BEST decision I ever made! My daughter has a blast here, and I get some peace of mind (she's 3!). Definitely recommend them!
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