Little School of the Desert

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. 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.All three of our facilities are built to accommodate a classroom approach to education. We have designed a stimulating and creative atmosphere. Our small class size will encourage your child to listen, learn and interact with our skilled staff. Each class is tailored for your childrens specific age. In addition to embarking on an education through a structured program your child will learn the important skill of socialization among his or her peers. All activities are exciting learning experiences. The outside play areas are spacious and filled with the finest play structures to enhance your children's natural curiosity and imagination. We have built state of the art facilities in Palm Springs, Cathedral City, and La Quinta. We offer flexible part-time and full-time schedules at all three schools. First School of the Desert presents your child with a quality educational program and first-class child care services. All three schools are locally owned and operated by Mark and Dorothy Hastings!

St. Hyacinth Academy, accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, was founded in 1945. It serves students in pre-kindergarten through grade eight. The school s staff comprises of principal, administrative assistants, office aides and department teachers. St. Hyacinth Academy organizes students council elections, parent-teacher meetings, parents orientation sessions, book fairs, workshops, exhibitions and personal tutoring classes. In addition, it hosts Christmas parties and celebrations on Thanksgiving days. The school also provides community and counseling services, as well as after-school programs. St. Hyacinth Academy supplies a variety of stationery items, such as pencils, pens, books, bags and boxes. It maintains a location in San Jacinto, Calif.