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The Palm Desert Learning Tree Center

★★★★½ 4.614 reviewsPalm Desert, CA

The Palm Desert Learning Tree Center · Private

The Palm Desert Learning Tree Center is a nonprofit, nonreligious private school (founded 1979) serving TK through 6th grade in Palm Desert, with after-school programs. It also runs an educational summer camp for kids. Classes are capped around 20 students per teacher.

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Environment
Indoor/Outdoor
Operator
The Palm Desert Learning Tree Center
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We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact The Palm Desert Learning Tree Center directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.

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★★★★★Mary Strong

Our family is incredibly grateful for The Learning Tree and the positive impact it has had on our daughter. From the moment we walked through the doors, we were welcomed with kindness, warmth, and genuine care. Angela, Drew, and Brittany were among the first people we met, and they immediately made our family feel comfortable and valued. After transferring mid-year, our daughter quickly felt like she belonged. She made friends right away, connected with her teachers, and most importantly, regained her confidence and excitement for school. Watching her thrive again has meant everything to us. What stands out most about The Learning Tree is the incredible sense of community that exists throughout the school. Mr. Robert and the entire staff have created an environment built on respect, kindness, accountability, and genuine care for students. There is always something exciting happening, whether it's the waterslides after school, student-run businesses, Snow Cone Day, family events, or other creative activities that keep students engaged and connected. The Mother's Day event was honestly one of the best school events we have ever attended and perfectly reflected the thoughtfulness and heart that make this school so special. The Learning Tree is more than just a school, it feels like a family. We are so thankful to Mr. Robert, Angela, Drew, Brittany, the teachers, and the entire staff for helping our daughter rediscover her confidence and love of learning. We wholeheartedly recommend The Learning Tree to any family looking for a welcoming, supportive, and truly exceptional school.

★★★★★Jackie Freitas

My daughter has been going to The Learning Tree Center since Preschool, and she is now in 4th grade. I chose this school mainly for the before and after school care Schedule when she was little as it worked with my work schedule. My daughter thrives there, and I am a huge fan of the smaller classroom sizes, and the staff are amazing! The school has structure, and I wish they would go through middle school. We have one more year with our Learning Tree Family. I highly recommend this school for anybody looking for smaller class sizes and structure.

★★★★★Veronica Lopez

Great school and staff. My son has been attending the the Learning Tree since he was 3 1/2. Ms. Ang, Ms. Dru & Principal Robert make the atmosphere feel like family. They are compassionate, caring and sincerely care about the students development. Their small class sizes are great. My son loves the school. We’ve had a great experience at the school. We will miss you guys. 🫶🏼

★★★★★Kendal D

We’ve had a very positive experience at The Learning Tree! Curriculum is significantly more advanced than other schools I toured, even for preschool and pre-Kindergarten, and we saw great results! Administrators and teachers have been there a long time, which was important to us. School hours, summer and winter camp options have been extremely helpful for us being full time working parents.

★★★★★Bernadette Caldera

My Children have been going to The Learning Tree since they were 2 years old, so for almost 5 years now. One of the best decisions I have made for my children & The school/students are advanced in there learning. From Parents, Teachers & Students, it's like a family at The Learning Tree. ♥

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