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First School Of The Desert-La Quinta

44996 Adams St La Quinta, CA 92253

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • 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)
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About the School

  • 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 (2026-27)

  • 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 Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Learning is Fun

Student Body

Total Students
149 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
12 students

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
DanceGymnastics

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

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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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The average private school tuition in Riverside County, CA is $7,402 for elementary schools and $13,783 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
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