The guidelines have provoked claims that trans children’s welfare is being prioritised over that of their classmates

Female pupils who feel uncomfortable in changing rooms with a trans child should use staff facilities instead, official guidelines have recommended.

The guidance, contained in a document Supporting Transgender Young People, has provoked claims that trans schoolchildren’s welfare is being prioritised over that of their classmates.

The 2017 guidelines, written in partnership with LGBT Youth Scotland and Scottish Trans Alliance, say: “If parents of other children voice concerns about their child sharing toilets and/or changing rooms with a trans learner, they should be reminded of the school’s ethos of inclusion, equality and respect.

“Additionally, schools may wish to allow time to set up a meeting with any parent who has questions in order to address any concerns or misconceptions.”

The feminist campaign group Women