A SCHOOL could be extending its toilet block after 200 students protested against unisex toilets.

Pupils from Weston Secondary School walked out of lessons in February to raise concerns about privacy and rules about going to the loo.

But now, the school on Tickleford Drive has submitted plans to extend the toilets in the main block.

It has been met with praise by one parent who said it is "fantastic" the school has listened.

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Pupils previously said they felt "uncomfortable" using same-sex toilets.

They claimed doors were "unlocked" while they tried to use them and that they were not allowed to leave their classes to use the loos.

This sparked a debate with many female students raising concerns about periods.

Weston Secondary School has submitted the plans to Southampton City Council seeking to extend the toilet block.

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The plans say it will comprise of two rooms of toilet facilities, one for each gender, and two cleaners cupboards.

The existing unisex toilet will be "combined with the proposed extension" should plans be approved.

The design and access statement states that the toilets will contain nine toilets per room and each room will include one accessible cubicle.

It is noted that each cubicle will be "fully enclosed" with floor to ceiling partitions, and a "nominal" gap under the door, to ensure privacy.

One parent, who has an 11-year-old son in Year 7, said: "I think it is fantastic that the school has listened. 

"It's really good that they are making these changes for the kids."

The extension will be located off the main building over an area of hardstanding adjacent to the sports courts. 

It's said that there will be no loss of space on the sports courts at the school. 

Southampton City Council is yet to make a decision on the plans.

The Daily Echo contacted Weston Secondary School for comment but did not receive a response.