Harry and Meghan’s children switch schools over security

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s children are set to change schools just two days after starting their new academic journey in Britain, following concerns over the security arrangements involved in transporting them.

The couple’s spokesperson confirmed on Monday that Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet would be moving to another school. The decision was reportedly made after discussions with the family’s security team, which raised concerns about the practical challenges of taking the children to their original school.

Archie, 7, and Lilibet, 5, began attending school in Britain earlier this month after Harry, Meghan and their children returned to the country following several years of living in California.

The exact location of the family’s new home has not been publicly disclosed. Details about the children’s school have also been kept private for security reasons.

According to the spokesperson, the distance between the family’s home and the children’s original school, combined with heavy traffic in the surrounding area, created difficulties for the security team. After reviewing the situation, the family decided that changing schools would be the most practical option.

The spokesperson stressed that the decision was not a criticism of the school or its staff. Harry and Meghan remain grateful to the teachers and other employees who welcomed their children and provided them with care during their short time there.

The couple’s decision to return to Britain marks a significant change for the family, which had been based in the United States since 2020. Harry and Meghan stepped back from their roles as working members of the royal family that year and later established their life in California.

Their departure from royal duties was followed by a period of strained relations with the wider royal family. The couple made several public comments about their experiences within the monarchy, leading to further tensions between Harry and some members of his family.

Their recent return to Britain has attracted considerable attention, particularly because the move reportedly came as a surprise to several members of the royal family. King Charles was said to have learned about the plans only shortly before the family’s return became public.

Despite moving back to Britain, Harry and Meghan are not living in a royal residence. They are also expected to continue their lives as non-working royals rather than resume official royal duties.

The couple’s status as private citizens was recently confirmed in a letter authorised by King Charles and sent to senior British officials. The confirmation reportedly surprised Harry and Meghan, who had previously maintained concerns about their position and security arrangements in Britain.

Security has remained one of Harry’s major concerns since his decision to step away from royal duties. The prince has previously challenged the decision to remove his automatic police protection when visiting Britain with his family.

Instead, a tailored security arrangement has been put in place for Harry and his family. His current security arrangements are also being reviewed by a government committee.

The review is significant because Harry has repeatedly argued that security remains a major concern for his family when they travel or stay in Britain.

Meghan’s security situation is also being reassessed. According to the couple’s spokesperson, her arrangements are being reviewed again for the first time since the couple left Britain.

For now, the family is keeping details of their home, school and daily routine private. The decision to move Archie and Lilibet to a different school so quickly highlights the importance Harry and Meghan continue to place on security while rebuilding their life in Britain.