How do we deal with homophobia in schools?

Homophobic bullying is a major problem in our schools, with a shocking 40% of those affected attempting suicide. To combat the problem, a teaching union has argued children should be taught about gay, lesbian, bisexual and transsexual relationships. But is it too much too young? SIMON BARRETT reports in The Argus (UK.)

"Too few young people are being told that homophobic bullying is wrong, even though we know that in those schools that have taken a stand and said homophobic bullying is unacceptable, lesbian and gay students are far less likely to be bullied."