A HIGH SCHOOL has been urgently locked down as teachers were "attacked" by a former pupil.

The ex-pupil went on a rampage at a Newport High School in Gwent, South Wales to damage cars and attack three teachers - leaving one in hospital.

The youngster, aged between 11 and 14, broke into their former school before attacking three teachers.

Horrified pupils and staff looked on as the school was plunged into lockdown.

Police say two teachers suffered minor injuries while a third was taken to hospital on Tuesday.

Newport City Council and Newport High School described the incident as "extremely upsetting."

A spokesperson for NCC and Newport High School said: "Following an incident when a former key stage three pupil came onto the school site, staff instigated its emergency procedures to ensure the safety of pupils.

"This included a lockdown procedure towards the end of the school day. Police attended and supported the school.

"Due to the ongoing investigation, we cannot comment further on the details on the incident, but it was extremely upsetting for both staff and pupils, particularly those who witnessed the incident.

"We are aware of a rumour that a knife was involved but at this stage we have no evidence that was the case and can confirm that no weapons were used.

"We take school safety very seriously and, have a range of measures in place, but a review is being carried out to see if any further precautions could be taken."

A spokesman for Gwent Police said: "We received a report that an ex-pupil of Newport High School attended the school on Tuesday 7 January and reportedly caused damage to school property, cars and assaulted three teachers.

"Two teachers received minor injuries and the third attended hospital as a precaution. Enquiries are ongoing."