This paper is devoted to the concept of giftedness and how to support and train gifted high school students. The primary aim of the paper is to describe and assess the implemented methods focused on supporting and developing gifted children. The authors of the article believe that the use of active teaching methods in foreign language lessons, in particular the method of discussion, case study and project method are important for maintaining the motivation of schoolchildren. Moreover, cognitive activities help to develop social behavior and communication skills. The article considers the stages of the implemented method, provides practical advice, highlight challenges and perspectives of work with gifted students in Russia.