History of McAlester

Klever Kidz started when Jeremy and Kyleigh realized the need for early care education in the McAlester area. Kyleigh resigned as an elementary school teacher and opened Klever Kidz Academy in June 2011. Kyleigh holds a bachelor’s degree in elementary education and an associate degree in early childhood. She has a Platinum Director’s Credential. Jeremy has been an Oklahoma Highway Patrolman for 14 years. He also holds an associate in child development and helps the center with day to day operations. The Tolman’s have one child, Charleigh. The Tolman’s reside in the McAlester area and enjoy the outdoors and lake time with family.They love the town of McAlester and want to continue making sure the children of McAlester receive excellent care and learning for many many years to come.

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Kyleigh Tolman

Owner

Hi, I’m Kyleigh! I’m the owner of Klever Kidz Academy. I’ve owned Klever Kidz since 2011 and was a public school teacher prior to opening the center. I have a bachelor’s degree in elementary education and an associates degree in early childhood education. Also, I hold an Oklahoma Platinum Director’s Certificate. I am very passionate about Klever Kidz Academy. I believe every child should be given the opportunity to experience a safe, high quality, educational early learning adventure.

My vision is for Klever Kidz not to be just daycare, but to be a true preparatory school experience and to foster lifelong learners. When I’m not at the center, I find my calm through traveling and spending time with my family. I love being a mom to my daughter Charleigh and having fun with her, my husband Jeremy, and friends.

Hi, I’m Kyleigh! I’m the owner of Klever Kidz Academy. I’ve owned Klever Kidz since 2011 and was a public school teacher prior to opening the center. I have a bachelor’s degree in elementary education and an associates degree in early childhood education. Also, I hold an Oklahoma Platinum Director’s Certificate. I am very passionate about Klever Kidz Academy. I believe every child should be given the opportunity to experience a safe, high quality, educational early learning adventure.

My vision is for Klever Kidz not to be just daycare, but to be a true preparatory school experience and to foster lifelong learners. When I’m not at the center, I find my calm through traveling and spending time with my family. I love being a mom to my daughter Charleigh and having fun with her, my husband Jeremy, and friends.

Our Staff

Cheyenne Patton

Director

I have been working at Klever Kidz Academy, since August of 2019.  When I started working at Klever Kidz Academy, I was a nursery teacher working with newborns to six month olds.

My favorite part about working in childcare is watching the kids grow, from babies into young adults.  When I am not at the daycare, you can find me with my three kids and husband, tending to all of our animals, or one of the many activities my children are in.  

Chelsia Estep

Assistant Director

I joined the Klever Kidz family in 2013! For over a decade, I have had the wonderful privilege to expand my education in early childhood development as assistant director.

My favorite part of this job is seeing each child flourish in our fun, educational learning environment. In my spare time, I love hiking, reading, and spending quality time with my sweet family and friends!