A child who had climbed onto a special needs school's roof had to be helped down by police.

Officers were called this afternoon to Bower Grove School, in Fant Lane, Maidstone, following a 999 call.

A spokesman for the force said: "Police officers attended Bower Grove School in Fant Lane, Maidstone, due to concern for the safety of a child on a roof.

"Officers attended and brought the child to safety."