Released by Scotland’s Learning Directorate, the advice informs those working in education that students should be allowed to learn in a supportive environment – regardless of their gender or pronouns.
One of the key areas highlighted by the guidance is that students of all ages should be allowed to use the bathroom that matches their gender.
Teachers are also asked to address students by the correct name and pronouns, as well as encouraging students to do so as well.
The document’s introduction says: “If a young person would like changes to be made in order that they are supported to learn, then consider ‘what is in the best interests of the young person?’” Another focal point of the report is that schools need to be made safer for trans