The 'Momo' online game has once again surfaced. You may have seen recent information in the news regarding this online game.

The ‘Momo challenge’ is an online game which encourages children to self-harm by setting 'tasks' and sending them disturbing and graphic photographs.

The game, which appears to have originated in Japan, is an online viral sensation which depicts an image of a sculpture of a young woman with bulging eyes, long black hair, bird legs and a creepy smile.

Momo is played through Whatsapp, Facebook, Youtube and other online platforms and there are warnings saying it is used by hackers to mine information.

We would encourage parents to be vigilant when it comes to their children’s online activity and ensure they know not to give out personal information, and to make sure they know that no one has the right to make them do anything they don't want to. We will continue to stress these points at school as well.