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Palm Valley Preschool

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Ages
Ages 2–5
Teacher ratio
1:12 (CA min)

35-525 Da Vall Drive, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
8/27/2025
Total visits
9

Citations are part of routine licensing oversight and range from minor (Type B) to serious (Type A). A citation alone doesn't mean a program is unsafe — read the full reports for context.

Source: California Dept. of Social Services, Community Care Licensing (updated 2025-09-29). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Palm Valley School is a non-religious, college-prep independent school serving toddler through 12th grade since 1952. The school provides a nurturing environment with a 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio and 34 acres of campus facilities in Rancho Mirage.

Philosophy
Palm Valley School is an exceptional learning community that educates, nurtures, and challenges each student to achieve excellence and contribute to our global society. With a commitment to developing leaders, the school provides a nurturing environment in which highly motivated students flourish.
Ages served
Toddler to Grade 12 (Preschool ages 2-5 years)

Highlights

  • ✓12:1 average student-to-faculty ratio
  • ✓Nearly 100% of students accepted into college
  • ✓Over $11 million in merit scholarships for class of 2024
  • ✓34% of students receive financial aid

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