A SCHOOLGIRL who suffers from epilepsy and has learning disabilities won hearts by making sure that deprived kids had a Christmas to remember.

Inspirational Chloe Swinney, who was diagnosed with autism and battles dyslexia, donated presents to the Children in Poverty toy appeal so that no youngsters would go without.

Despite her own health problems and difficulties the Craigmarloch pupil is always thinking of others.

Chloe, 15, who lives in Pennyfern Road, said: "I like to think of other children.

"I like to look after those who are lonely.

"If there is someone on their own I will go and sit with them because I think it is important to help other people.

"I wanted to help children who might not have presents this year."

It's not the first time the teenager has provided a festive feelgood factor for people going through difficult times.

He said: "In other years I have helped at my church and I handed out selection boxes to people in the hospice.

"I have also helped the Salvation Army as well.

"I like to fundraise at school too."

Chloe was diagnosed with myoclonic epilepsy as a toddler and has taken medication ever since.

She was diagnosed with dyslexia aged nine and then at 13 she was tested for autism.

Chloe is also a champion swimmer with the Greenock Otters and a member of the local Friends Forever group for children with disabilities.

Mum Carolynne says she is proud of the way her daughter faces her own disabilities head on and always thinks of others.

The 40-year-old RBS mortgage centre worker told the Tele: "We are all so proud of Chloe.

"She is so kind and she does so much over the years to help other people.

"She works so hard and is doing very well at school."

Children in Poverty founder Pat Burke says he was deeply moved by Chloe and her mum's gesture to provide presents for needy kids.

He added: "We are so grateful for their wonderful gesture."