The article is devoted to a generalized point of view on the concept of "gifted children", highlighted signs of giftedness and learning principles. On the basis of the basic prerequisites of a learning efficiency and success of the socialization of gifted children are marked by the personality of the teacher requirements, the need for purposeful formation of the consciousness of the future specialist. Professional competence and psychological readiness for work with gifted children is recognized feature of the success of the children's socialization.