Weeks after moving to Britain, Prince Harry and Meghan have moved Archie and Lilibet to a different school. Here is why, and what it says about their new life.
Archie, 7, and Lilibet, 5, started at an English school when term began in early September. Days later, their parents moved them to another one.
A spokesperson said the move came "following a discussion with the family's security team about the practicalities of their current arrangements."
Reports say the long daily journey and heavy traffic were the worry. The family is said to be staying in the Cotswolds while it looks for a permanent home.
The spokesperson stressed the change is no reflection on the school. The parents are "extremely grateful to all the teachers and staff," the statement said.
The family left Montecito, California, in late August after about six years there. Neither the new home nor either school has been named publicly.
In 2020 a UK committee known as Ravec cut Harry's taxpayer-funded protection to case by case. He challenged that in court and lost his appeal last year.
With the family living in the UK and the kids in school there, Ravec has said Harry's security will get a full review. No decision has been announced.
A letter released at King Charles III's direction says Harry and Meghan remain private citizens in the UK, not working members of the royal family.
The news landed as Harry turned 42 on Sept. 15. Meghan posted family photos on Instagram with the caption "He's simply the best. Happy birthday, my love."
The kids are settling into their new school, and the family is waiting on the security review. Its outcome will shape how their UK life looks from here.