Where Creativity Meets Curiosity.
Kidwonder was built from a deeply personal place. When Rebecca Harman had her first child, she had to leave her full-time job because she could not find the right care, having been on daycare waiting lists for 6 months. That experience never left her. After watching many young children discover their creativity through movement and the arts at Neighborhood Ballet, she knew exactly what she wanted to build: a preschool where every single day felt like a gift to a child’s imagination.
Kidwonder Preschool opened inside Neighborhood Ballet’s studio in Grant Park, Atlanta. Our arts-based program weaves together visual art, music, creative movement, drama, and acrobatics into a joyful, full-morning preschool experience for children ages 2 - 4.
Through the arts, they build confidence, develop empathy, and find their voice. And in doing so, they become exactly what we hope for every child who walks in through our doors: kind, curious, capable human beings.
Meet the Team
Behind KidWonder is a team of passionate educators, parents, and community members who believe in the power of creative, play-based learning. With a shared commitment to early childhood development, we are here to inspire, support, and nurture your little one’s journey.
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Founder
Rebecca, a mother of three in Grant Park, understands first-hand the challenges of finding the right early childhood program. When she had her first child, securing childcare was her biggest hurdle—after spending six months on a daycare waitlist, she ultimately had to leave her full-time job. That experience led her to create Neighborhood Ballet, and now, she is thrilled to introduce Kidwonder Preschool as another way to serve and enrich our community’s youngest learners.
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Lead Teacher
Chelcy has been a teaching artist in the Atlanta area for over 10 years. A graduate from the American Musical Dramatic Academy, Chelcy has served as a teaching artist for many theatres and programs throughout the city, including Alliance Theatre, Aurora Theatre, Marcus Jewish Community Center, Destination Theatre, and Springer Theatre Academy.
When she is not teaching, she works as an actor and has performed for many theatres throughout the Southeast. Some of her favorite theatre credits are Dreamgirls, The Wiz, Guys & Dolls, Steel Magnolias, Mary Poppins, and The Color Purple.
Chelcy is thrilled to serve as lead teacher here at Kidwonder Preschool of the Arts where her motto is "teaching life skills through the arts". Now let's go have fun and make some art!
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Director
Laura is also a mom of three and brings over 15 years of experience as a clinical social worker. Her deep understanding of child development, her warmth as a mother, and her passion for building strong communities make her the perfect leader for this magical program. With a passion for creating a safe, enriching environment for children to thrive, Laura brings both heart and expertise to her role as Director of Kidwonder.