Outcomes.

HighScope programs get results. Research that validates the curriculum includes the internationally known HighScope Perry Preschool Project, whose results show that the HighScope model prepares preschool children for long-term success both in school and in life. These research findings are confirmed by the experiences of thousands of teachers in the US, Canada, and in many other countries who have watched their preschoolers grow as engaged and successful learners in HighScope programs.

The HighScope Curriculum emphasizes adult-child interaction, a carefully designed learning environment, and a plan-do-review process that strengthens initiative and self-reliance in children and young people.

Adult-Child interaction is the process of working alongside children and communicating with them both verbally and non-verbally to encourage learning. A key strategy for adult-child interaction is sharing control with children. Additional strategies include supporting children’s play, using encouragement instead of praise, and taking a problem-solving approach to conflict.

The classroom in HighScope settings is divided into interest areas stocked with a stimulating range of materials designed for specific types of play, for example, house area, art area, block area, small toy area, computer area, reading and writing area. Materials are arranged in consistent places and the shelves are tagged with child-friendly labels so that children can get out and put away materials themselves. The classroom’s organization also helps children understand how the world is organized, and concepts like more, less, same, different, large, small, in, out, in front of, etc.

For more information on the HighScope program, please visit HighScope.org.