Harry and Meghan Have One Request For Their Kids' New School — but Not Everyone's Happy
Archie and Lilibet were pulled out of their previous prep school within two days.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are back in the UK after nearly six years, with their children Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet in tow — but the move hasn't been simple. The kids were pulled from their first prep school within just two days, after which they enrolled elsewhere, where the couple's new photo-ban guidelines have left other parents unsure where the lines are.
Parents have been cautioned against taking photos of students other than their children. Additionally, parents have been reminded to take photos only of their own children when supporting their schools' sports teams, as emphasized in a recent letter from one school highlighting the importance of this practice. One of the parents labeled the move an 'overkill' while speaking with The Mirror: “It can't be a coincidence that these notices are going out now just after Harry and Meghan have moved their children into the local area. It's complete overkill; everyone knows the boundaries, and could you imagine the uproar from other parents if someone was discovered purposely taking pictures of children that weren't theirs? I hope this isn't a sign of things to come because it's totally unnecessary."
The Sussex children transferred to a new school near their temporary home due to security concerns regarding their previous school, which was 30 minutes away. The Duke and Duchess encountered heavy traffic during the school run, leaving them feeling vulnerable, described as "sitting ducks." Concerns about safety led their security team to suggest pulling the children out of school, as the route had only been tested during the summer holidays.
Meanwhile, the new school is a short drive from their temporary home, and the route is clear of major traffic. A parent described two 4x4 cars "rushing" down a country lane near the school before the Sussex family arrived with their security team on the first day.
"Everyone is very down to earth and normal here. We all help each other and help out whenever we can with school events. We would hope all new parents want to get involved and immerse themselves in school life and the wider community," the parent explained. In a latest development, the couple has been asked to share details of their new daily routines with the Royal and VIP Executive Committee (RAVEC) to receive an official risk assessment.
