OUR SAY: THE Glennie School, led by principal Mrs Kim Cohen, has much of which to be proud.

Today's story about her decision to accept the enrolment of a transgender student emphasises just how she and the school community live the school's values of compassion, respect, integrity and courage.

These were decided upon by the staff in consultation with students and parents.

Mrs Cohen has sent an email to all parents seeking their support for this young girl who was born into a boy's body.

There has been a massive outpouring of support from the school community with more than 50 positive responses to her email.

This is part of her email:

We accept those we perceive as different to us, we treat them with the same respect, integrity and compassion that we do all members of the community, and we do so with love. In a short period of time, we will no longer notice any difference. This is a place of safety, love and inclusion for all.

We can all take Mrs Cohen's compassionate example to heart.