A study was conducted to review the programs provided for gifted children by the North York, Ontario, Board of Education. The current report is an interim progress report encompassing the first phase of the study. Data collection for this phase focused on parent and teacher perceptions, and student self concepts. A questionnaire was used to study parent perceptions. Teachers had the option of a questionnaire or an interview, and students completed the appropriate level of the North York Self Concept Inventory. Results showed that the programs for the gifted had been well received by the staff and the parents of the students. The programs met the needs of the gifted children. The comments about the program referring to the elementary program were most positive. In higher grades some teachers experienced difficulty meeting individual needs through program modification. Suggestions for changes to the programs were offered. The parent and teacher survey questionnaires are appended. (JAZ)