Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet are adjusting well after a major family move back to Britain. After leaving Montecito in August, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle enrolled their children in a British school in September, but the first arrangement lasted only two days. A second school is now proving a better fit, with the children said to be happy and settled. According to Hello Magazine, the new routine has brought more stability at home and allowed both parents to focus more clearly on work, charity commitments and future plans.
Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet Enjoy New Routine
The children’s progress at school appears to have brought a sense of calm after a difficult start. A source said the pair are "really enjoying school" according to Hello Magazine. That adjustment matters for more than family life alone. With both children now in full-time education, Meghan has more room in her schedule for business, charity work and possible acting opportunities. The report also said her calendar is packed, with time divided between the children, As Ever and wider projects, supported by a strong team around her.
Prince Harry Shares Update After School Move
Prince Harry also gave a brief but upbeat update on family life during a public appearance at the end of September. After completing a skydive, he said, "The kids are happy in school, and it gives me a chance to really focus on Invictus in Birmingham," according to CTV. His comment suggested the school transition has helped create a steadier rhythm for the household. It also points to how closely family logistics and public duties remain linked for the Duke and Duchess as they build their life outside formal royal roles.
Security Scare Prompted Strong Sussex Response
That steadier rhythm came after a tense episode near the school in September. Two men carrying backpacks were seen walking around the perimeter, stopping at several points and looking into the grounds. A police investigation later identified them as international photographers working for a European press agency. In response, a spokesman for the Duke and Duchess said: "The decision by photographers to conduct themselves in this way around a school is extraordinarily reckless." The statement drew a sharp line between legitimate reporting and conduct involving children in a school setting.
School Change Followed Security Team Advice
The earlier school choice had already raised practical concerns before that incident. Archie and Lilibet were withdrawn after just two days when travel distance, traffic and security demands made the school run too difficult to manage safely. The family’s small private security team was said to be under pressure, forcing a rethink. The exact location of the children’s current school has not been made public for privacy reasons. Reports indicate the family are now based in the Cotswolds, living away from any royal residence while settling into this new chapter.
