A PUPIL at Kirkbie Kendal School was arrested yesterday afternoon (Thursday) following a dispute with a member of staff.

Sergeant Dominic Quinn of Kendal Police confirmed that officers had been called to the Lound Road school following reports of a disturbance involving a member of staff.

A 13-yearold male pupil was arrested and taken home.

Sgt Quinn added that an investigation into the incident had begun and officers would be visiting the school to take statements.

Head teacher at Kirkbie Kendal School Phil Hyman was unavailable for comment as the Gazette went to press