High Scope Philosophies include: Children making their own choices within limits An open framework curriculum with emphasis on planning by children and teachers Helping children problem solve and think critically Fostering children's independence Extending children's language and communication skills How Do Children Learn? For preschool-aged children, learning is not achieved through drills and memorization of facts. Main Street Child Development Center maintains these principles: Children learn by doing Children learn by moving from concrete to abstract thought processes Children learn through social interactions Children learn by having meaningful experiences, known as key indicators High Scope Key Indicators