Guelph police were called in to Ken Danby Public School Tuesday morning to deal with a student who had a fit of anger and caused property damage in the process.

"The school had put some safety protocols in place as per their policies," said Const. Mike Gatto, who said the student was acting out in the school gym. "The situation was calmed down and the youth was sent home with his mother."

"In this particular case they [the school] felt police should be called to ensure the safety and security of all the children."

Maggie McFadzen, the spokesperson for Upper Grand District School Board, said in an email to CBC News that the school had an "out-of-control child." She did not specify how old the boy was or offer further details about the nature of the incident.

She added that "everything was settled down at the school."