Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have relocated their children, Prince Archie, 5, and Princess Lili, 3, from their schools just two days after the academic year began. The decision was reportedly prompted by concerns from the couple's security team regarding potential risks associated with the children's commute and traffic conditions near the school. One particular incident made it difficult for the family's vehicles to travel together.
A spokesperson for the couple confirmed the change to HuffPost, stating, "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 spokesperson also emphasized that the parents are "extremely grateful to all the teachers and staff for the love, care and effort they have shown their family" and that the move "should in no way be interpreted as a reflection on the school or the exceptional care the children have received there."
Prince Harry has previously expressed concerns about his family's security, particularly in the United Kingdom, following the revocation of his government-funded police protection after he stepped back as a working royal. He has pursued legal challenges against this decision, arguing that the security arrangements leave him and his family vulnerable.
In May 2025, Harry told the BBC that he could not envision bringing his wife and children back to the U.K. under the existing security circumstances. As the family is now residing in Britain, The Telegraph reports that the Royal and VIP Executive Committee (RAVEC) is scheduled to conduct new official risk assessments for the couple.