Downing Street set to publish advice suggesting period of reflection for pupils who want to transition
Schools will be told to help parents protect their children in new government guidance on trans issues being published next week.
Downing Street is set to issue the advice to schools to provide clarity on how they should respond to the growing number of children saying they are transgender.
The Telegraph understands the guidance advises teachers that any pupil who wants to self-identify as a different gender should first undergo a period of reflection.
The idea is being supported by ministers as a way to make sure parents are fully informed.