About
Smart Kids Harris Annex is a 5-star child development center at 7008-7 E WT Harris Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28215. Serving families in Charlotte’s east end, the center offers programs for school-age children through age 12, including after-school care and a summer program/camp. It also provides MECK Pre-K and NCPK, high-quality pre-kindergarten programs available at no cost to eligible children. Hours are Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. The center is led by Director Lakeysha Thomas.
Programs are play-based and Reggio-inspired, designed to foster engagement, communication, and self-expression while building fundamental skills. As part of the Smart Kids network of centers in the Carolinas, Smart Kids Harris Annex delivers education-focused care aligned with the organization’s mission to provide a safe, encouraging, and family-focused environment.