Parents in the area where Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have reportedly moved have been alerted to fresh school regulations as their children, Archie and Lilibet, begin classes. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex recently relocated from the US to Britain and are said to be staying at a private property in the Cotswolds.
Guidance on Photos and Social Media
Royal expert Kinsey Schofield told Page Six that local families received communication indicating some pupils joining the school might generate "a greater level of public or media interest." The message reportedly stressed that schools aim to ensure all children can experience their education in "a safe, happy, and private environment."
Families were also instructed against photographing or recording other pupils without consent, according to the Express. The guidelines allegedly extended further, asking parents to refrain from posting pictures, information, or details about students or their relatives on social media platforms.
Archie and Lilibet Start New Academic Year
These allegations emerge as Prince Archie, seven, and Princess Lilibet, five, prepare to begin the new academic year following the Sussexes' rumoured return to the UK. Schofield revealed that a source told her Harry and Meghan had "approached multiple schools" before their relocation.
The precise location of the family's new residence and the children's educational establishments remains undisclosed, with safety considerations cited as the reason. Harry and Meghan moved to Montecito, California, after stepping back as working royals in 2020. Their rumoured return to Britain is believed to be for an "extended period" rather than a permanent move.
Privacy Concerns and Family Ties
According to reports referenced by Page Six, Harry wanted his children to live nearer to their grandfather, King Charles, and hoped they could build bonds with other Royal Family members. The alleged school guidance highlights the extra privacy concerns that can arise when children from a high-profile family enrol at a local school.
It comes amid ongoing scrutiny of the Sussexes' homecoming to the UK, with the family's security arrangements remaining a crucial factor. The specific schools attended by Archie and Lilibet have not been publicly disclosed.
