Prince Harry and Meghan Move Children to New UK School After Security Concerns
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have withdrawn their children from a UK school just two days into the term, citing security concerns during the school run, and are transferring them to a new school.
By Mei-Ling Chao · First published 14 Sept 2026
In brief
- Prince Harry and Meghan Markle enrolled Archie and Lilibet in a UK school at the start of term.
- Just two days after classes began, the couple decided to withdraw their children from the school.
- The decision was driven by security concerns related to transporting the children to and from the school.
- Their spokesperson confirmed the children will attend a different school in the UK instead.
- The family has not yet disclosed which new school Archie and Lilibet will be attending.
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South China Morning Post ↗How it started
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle recently relocated to the UK with their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. The couple enrolled their children in a new school at the beginning of the term. This marked a significant step, as the family had previously lived primarily in the United States since stepping back from royal duties.
The move back to the UK and the decision to enroll Archie and Lilibet in a British school attracted attention, given the couple's high public profile and ongoing concerns about their security.
How it unfolded
On 2026-09-12, Archie and Lilibet began attending their new school in the UK. The children, aged seven and five, were reported to have attended classes for just two days before their parents decided to remove them from the school.
By 2026-09-14, multiple news outlets reported that Prince Harry and Meghan had already withdrawn the children due to concerns over their safety during the school run. According to their spokesperson, the security issues specifically related to transporting the children to and from the school.
The couple quickly arranged for Archie and Lilibet to transfer to a different school in the UK, though the name of the new institution has not been shared. The family has not released further details about the nature of the security concerns or the timeline for the children starting at their new school.
Where it stands
At present, Archie and Lilibet are no longer attending their original UK school. The family has confirmed that the children will be starting at a new school, but has not revealed the location or start date. Security remains a top priority for Prince Harry and Meghan as they settle into their new routines in the UK.
What to watch
It remains to be seen when Archie and Lilibet will begin at their new school, and whether further details about the security concerns will be made public. The family's next steps will likely depend on how the new arrangements address their safety needs.


