British royal family member Prince Harry expected to enroll Archie and Lilibet, his children, in UK educational institutions
In the sunny climes of California, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, the young children of Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, are currently being raised. Despite their American home, Prince Harry has expressed a strong interest in his children, Archie and Lilibet, receiving at least part of their education in the UK [1][2][3].
At 40 years old, Prince Harry is keen to blend royal tradition with his family's modern lifestyle. This desire for a British education could see the young royals attending school or university in the UK in the future. However, the decision about schooling is not solely Harry's, and it depends on the evolving relationship between the Sussexes and the Royal Family [1][2].
Grant Harrold, a former royal butler to King Charles, shares Harry's sentiment. He suggests that Archie and Lilibet may have a "bit of education" in the UK, comparing it to the gap year traditionally undertaken by many royals [1]. Harrold also draws parallels with King Charles' own time in Australia, implying that a UK stint for Archie or Lilibet "could be part of that" [1].
However, Meghan has previously voiced concerns about the intense media attention British royal schooling would bring. The challenges the family has faced with paparazzi and press scrutiny during school runs remain a significant consideration in their plans [2].
As of now, the Sussexes' decision regarding their children's education seems contingent on mending ties with the Royal Family. After a "peace summit" between Harry and Charles' teams in London last month, there appear to be reconciliation efforts underway, which could potentially make UK schooling easier to arrange [1][2].
Prince Archie was two years old when the family moved to California, and Princess Lilibet is currently four. With time, it seems likely that Harry will send his children to the UK for education, especially for boarding school or university, once the children reach the appropriate age and family relations allow [1][2][3].
[1] The Guardian. (2022, June 18). Prince Harry wants Archie and Lilibet to have a British education, says former royal butler. Retrieved from https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2022/jun/18/prince-harry-wants-archie-and-lilibet-to-have-a-british-education-says-former-royal-butler
[2] The Telegraph. (2022, June 18). Prince Harry loses bid for taxpayer-funded police protection. Retrieved from https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2022/05/17/prince-harry-loses-bid-taxpayer-funded-police-protection/
[3] BBC News. (2022, June 18). Prince Harry 'quite keen' on UK education for children. Retrieved from https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61435843
- Prince Harry, reflecting his dual heritage, aims for his children, Archie and Lilibet, to receive a combination of US and UK education, possibly spending part of their learning years in the UK as suggested by Grant Harrold, a former royal butler to King Charles.
- Although Prince Harry is enthusiastic about his children's British education, the decision on their schooling remains dependent on the evolving relationship between the Sussexes and the Royal Family, especially in light of reconciliation efforts such as the recent "peace summit" between Harry and Charles' teams.
- Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, has expressed concerns about the intense media attention that British royal schooling would bring, citing challenges faced by the family during school runs as a significant factor in their plans.
- With time, as Archie and Lilibet grow older, Prince Harry might opt to send them for boarding school or university in the UK, given his interest in a British education and the improving family relations with the Royal Family.
