A school with the whole world in it.
A private preschool and elementary school in Palm Desert, Pre-K through 6th grade. Non-profit, family-run since 1979.
Se habla español
47 years, and still family-run.
The Learning Tree Center has served Coachella Valley families since 1979, on its own three-acre campus in Palm Desert. It is the largest independent school in the valley, and every decision about your child is still made by the people who teach them.
- IndependentOur own board, our own campus, our own curriculum decisions.
- Non-profitA registered 501(c)(3). No owner takes a profit out of your tuition.
- Non-religiousGenuinely secular, which is rare in this valley.
- 47 yearsServing Coachella Valley families since 1979, on the same three acres.
With the child in mind — we teach the whole child, and build success upon success.
Why families choose us
Small classes
Small enough that every teacher knows every child by name.
Independent and secular
Governed by our own board, not a district, a chain or a church. No religious affiliation, which is rare in the valley.
Start any week
New students can usually begin within a week, space permitting — any month.
Family-run since 1979
A non-profit led by educators, not a franchise, for over four decades.
Everything a childhood needs.
After-school + summer
Care includedOnline learning
Call for a planDaycare, under 4
Coming soonEnroll from anywhere.
Work visa, student visa, winter season — your children can enroll now, and usually start within a week.
Every dollar stays here.
Tuition does not cover everything. Donations pay for classroom technology, field trips, the science fair and scholarships for families who need them. We use a platform that takes no fee, so the school keeps 100 percent.
Tax-deductible. The Palm Desert Learning Tree Center is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit.
Eight things, before anything else.
- 1Be kind to others
- 2Do your best
- 3Stay humble
- 4Always be thankful
- 5Work hard
- 6Do the right thing
- 7Smile often
- 8Never stop learning
These open our handbook. Three rules govern the rest: respect yourself, respect others, respect property.
A private school near you, wherever you are in the valley.
Non-profit since 1979
Family-run and educator-led for more than four decades.
State-registered
A California private school on file with the state Department of Education.
Pre-K through grade 6
One campus for the early years, with before- and after-care.
Se habla español
We welcome families in English and Spanish, every day.
What families say.
“As busy working professionals, we believe The Learning Tree is the perfect school for our family.”
“The top-notch education and the daily teachings of integrity and morality make this school environment truly special.”
“I encourage all parents looking for a unique, challenging and fun pre-school, to visit and tour The Learning Tree.”
“They are truly consistent and continue to deliver great educational experiences.”