Prince Harry and Meghan Keep UK School Details Private as Archie and Lilibet Begin Classes

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have returned to Britain with their children, but they are keeping some of the most important details of their new life firmly out of the public eye. Archie and Lilibet have started the new school year in the UK, yet the Sussexes have not disclosed where the children are being educated or where the family is now based.

The move marks a change for Archie, 7, and Lilibet, 5, who have spent most of their lives in California. According to a new report, both children are beginning school in Britain for the first time after the family established a non-royal home base in the UK while retaining their Montecito residence.

Sussexes Keep Archie and Lilibet's School Details Private

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's immediate focus appears to be helping their children adjust to their new surroundings rather than discussing the practical details of their relocation publicly.

A source told People that keeping their children comfortable as they settled in the UK 'has been, and remains, their focus', adding that 'everything else will fall into place when the time is right'.

The source said the family has had a great deal to organise after relocating halfway around the world, with much of their time devoted to helping Archie and Lilibet settle into their new surroundings. The source added that their focus remains on the children for now and that they are reportedly happy to be back in Prince Harry's home country.

Reports about the children's schooling have also stressed that the Sussexes are maintaining privacy around their home and education arrangements. The decision allows Archie and Lilibet to experience more of their father's British background while continuing to have connections to their American upbringing.

King Charles' Letter Reaffirms Harry and Meghan's Non-Working Royal Status

The family's return to the UK has coincided with renewed attention on Harry and Meghan's formal position within the Royal Family. On 7 September, Lord Chamberlain Richard Benyon issued guidance on King Charles' behalf confirming that the couple remain non-working royals.

The letter stated that their HRH styles remain in abeyance and are not used, while their charitable activities are undertaken privately.

It described their position as 'akin to private citizens with commercial and charitable interests', reaffirming that there has been no change to the arrangements in place since Harry and Meghan stepped back from royal duties in 2020.

Sussexes Push Back on Private Citizens Wording

The timing of the letter has prompted a response from the couple's spokesperson, who said they were 'a little surprised' at not being told in advance.

A source familiar with the Palace guidance, speaking on condition of anonymity, said the couple would prefer to be described as 'public figures' rather than 'private citizens'.

The guidance also sets out how official and state organisations should deal with the couple, including matters relating to public funds and operational security. However, there has been no indication that Harry and Meghan's return to the UK has changed the terms of their non-working status.

For now, the couple appear focused on establishing a private family routine in Britain, with details of Archie and Lilibet's education remaining private. The move marks a significant change for the children, who have spent most of their lives in California while maintaining connections to both their British and American backgrounds.