Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have moved Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet to a new school in the United Kingdom just two days after classes began, following security concerns raised by their protection team regarding the practicalities of the daily school run, according to Newsweek and Reuters. The Sussexes’ decision to withdraw Archie, 7, and Lilibet, 5, from their original school came after traffic congestion and distance made it difficult for security vehicles to remain together during transit.
Security Logistics and the UK School Run
According to reports from HELLO! Magazine cited by Newsweek, the children had enjoyed their initial days meeting classmates, but the logistics surrounding the daily journey proved challenging for the family’s small private security team. One specific incident made it difficult for transport vehicles to maintain formation, prompting safety concerns from the protection detail. A spokesperson for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex told Newsweek that the decision followed discussions about the practicalities of their current arrangements.
“The decision for the children to move school was taken following a discussion with the family’s security team about the practicalities of their current arrangements,” the Sussex spokesperson stated. Despite the relocation, the family emphasized that the institution bore no responsibility for the change. “The parents remain extremely grateful to all the teachers and staff for the love, care and effort they have shown their family. This decision should in no way be interpreted as a reflection on the school or the exceptional care the children have received there.” Following the shift, Archie and Lilibet visited an alternative school for a taster session, with Prince Harry spotted settling Lilibet into reception, according to HELLO! Magazine.
Government Security Reviews and RAVEC Assessment
The sudden school transition coincides with broader government evaluations regarding the family’s security following their return to Britain in late August after six years in California, as reported by Newsweek and Reuters. Prince Harry’s long-running dispute over police protection continued after he lost a Court of Appeal challenge in May 2025 regarding the removal of his automatic police protection when he stepped down as a working royal in 2020. Now that the family is residing in the U.K., the Royal and VIP Executive Committee, known as RAVEC, along with representatives from the Home Office and the police, is assessing threat levels and police protection needs.
According to Newsweek, Meghan Markle has also been granted her first government-backed security review since the couple relocated abroad. The committee is evaluating threats related to the family’s home and regularly used travel routes, which directly impacts daily routines like the school run. Reuters noted that King Charles authorized a letter confirming the couple’s status as non-working citizens not living in a royal residence, while Harry separately inquired about his security arrangements earlier in the year.
Did you know? The family’s return to the U.K. prompted a formal review by RAVEC—a committee involving the Home Office, the Royal Household, and the police—to evaluate security measures for the household as full-time residents.
Uganda Rejoins Invictus Games After Royal Assurance
In separate developments concerning Prince Harry’s initiatives, Uganda has rejoined the upcoming Invictus Games following direct communications with King Charles III, according to The Guardian and BBC reports. General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the eldest son of Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, spoke with Clive Alderton, principal private secretary to the King and Queen. Uganda People’s Defence Force spokesperson Chris Magezi stated that King Charles was moved by General Kainerugaba’s sensitive consideration of the monarch’s opinion regarding the Invictus Games.
According to the BBC, the King indicated he had no problem with Uganda’s participation and encouraged the Chief of Defence Forces to proceed with preparations for the event, which takes place in Birmingham in 2027. Uganda had previously withdrawn from the tournament, citing what officials termed “Harry-Meghan nonsense” alongside deep reverence for King Charles. With the King’s reassurance, General Kainerugaba will resume preparations for the delegation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Prince Harry and Meghan move their children to a new school?
According to Newsweek and Reuters, the family’s security team raised concerns about the practicalities, distance, and heavy traffic surrounding the original school run, which made it difficult for security vehicles to stay together.
Are the children attending a different school now?
Yes. According to HELLO! Magazine coverage cited by Newsweek, Archie and Lilibet visited an alternative school for a taster session after withdrawing from their initial placement.
What is RAVEC?
RAVEC stands for the Royal and VIP Executive Committee. It involves representatives from the Home Office, the Royal Household, and the police, and is currently assessing security measures for Prince Harry, Meghan Markle, and their children following their return to the U.K.
Why did Uganda rejoin the Invictus Games?
According to The Guardian and the BBC, Ugandan official General Muhoozi Kainerugaba consulted King Charles III’s private secretary. The King stated he had no objection to Uganda’s participation in the 2027 Birmingham games.
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