Boy aged five returns to classes as a girl after becoming the youngest gender transition in the UK

A five-year-old boy has becomes the youngest transgender after he returned to school as a girl in the country. The head teacher of the Nottinghamshire school has written to parents and classmates to inform them of the boy's wish to be treated as a girl. 

It is one of the youngest cases of gender dysphoria being officially recognised in a child in the country. The condition can be diagnosed if an adult or child identifies as being opposite to one's biological sex.

The Nottinghamshire case comes as the number of young people being referred has risen by more than 50%, according to the Gender Identity Research and Education Society.

Speaking to the MailOnline he said: 

'We are delighted to see the support provided for this young person by the family, the school and the authority. 

'There are a rapidly increasing number of young people uncomfortable if asked to explain who they are. 

'Society generally is understanding, respecting and supporting these young people which is a very welcoming development.' 

He added schools were generally good at supporting children with gender dysphoria and having discreet conversations with parents. 

The Nottingham Post has reported that the five-year-old girl's parents, who wish to remain anonymous, are receiving help and support.