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In this episode of The Childcare Director’s Chair, Erica Saccoccio gets to the heart of what truly drives quality in early learning: relationships. Before the curriculum, before the routines, before the perfect learning environment—comes the bond between children and the adults who care for them.

Erica unpacks why positive, caring, and supportive interactions are the real curriculum of early childhood, shaping everything from a child’s confidence to their lifelong approach to learning. She also breaks down exactly what leaders must do to build a relationship-centered culture—one where teachers feel supported, families feel welcomed, and children feel deeply valued.

Whether you’re a new director or a seasoned leader, this episode will help you strengthen your team, elevate your practice, and build classrooms where connection comes first and learning thrives.

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