Kate Middleton swapped formal receptions for finger-paint and high-fives during a warm, hands-on visit to an Italian preschool—an emotional return to international duties that surprised and charmed local children. Read on to discover the full story!
On May 13, 2026, the 44-year-old Princess of Wales spent time at Scuola Comunale d’infanzia Anna Frank, a preschool for 3- to 6-year-olds. She observed the Reggio Emilia approach in action, joined a creative session with the atelierista and met the cooking team and teachers, earning hugs and high-fives from delighted pupils.