Our story
Brighter Futures Begin Here.
Lumora Child Development Collective is a child and family-centered organization dedicated to creating meaningful opportunities for children, families, and educators to learn, grow, and thrive.
Founder & Executive Director
Robin Harmon
Meet the founder
Lumora Child Development Collective, LLC is a child and family-centered organization dedicated to creating meaningful opportunities for children, families, and educators to learn, grow, and thrive.
Founded by Robin Harmon, Lumora was created from a passion for early childhood education and a commitment to helping children reach their fullest potential. With more than 25 years of experience in early childhood education, Robin brings a wealth of leadership, knowledge, and hands-on experience to Lumora.
Today, Lumora serves families across Laurel, MD and the greater DMV area through childcare, consulting, parent coaching, and the STEAM Creations Club — all grounded in the same belief that started it all: every child deserves a foundation built with intention.
- 25+ years in early childhood education
- Child development consulting & program design
- Family support & parent coaching
- Learning environment & area design
- Leadership across schools, families, and organizations
Our mission
Mission
At Lumora, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to explore their curiosity, develop their confidence, express their creativity, and discover their potential. We also believe families and educators deserve meaningful support, practical resources, and trusted professionals who understand the importance of the whole child.
Vision
A world where every child — regardless of zip code or circumstance — has access to the developmental support they need to thrive.
What we believe
The principles that guide everything we do.
Every child is capable
We approach every child with high expectations and deep respect. Capability isn't something children earn — it's something we recognize and cultivate from day one.
Families are partners
Parents and caregivers are the most important people in a child's life. We don't work around families — we work with them, always.
Evidence guides practice
We stay current with child development research so our families don't have to. What we do is grounded in what actually works — not trends, not guesswork.
Community matters
Children thrive in connected communities. Lumora is built on relationships — with families, schools, and the neighborhoods we serve.
Equity is non-negotiable
Quality child development support should not be a privilege. We are committed to making our services accessible, culturally responsive, and genuinely inclusive.
Environments shape outcomes
The spaces where children spend their time matter enormously. We bring a design lens to every service we offer — because thoughtful environments unlock potential.
Ready to work together?
Whether you're a family looking for support, a school exploring a partnership, or an organization seeking consulting — we'd love to connect.