Princess Beatrice has taken on a new royal patronage—and it’s one that has a special connection to her late grandfather, Prince Philip. She will be the new royal patron of the Chartered College of Teaching.
“To me, the power that teachers have on shaping lives and transforming futures makes it one of the most commendable and highly regarded professions,” the princess said in a statement. “I’m a passionate believer in the vital role that teachers play every day and know firsthand the impact that great teaching can leave on a child and their family.”
She continued, “It’s a real honour to take up the role as Patron of the Chartered College of Teaching, a role previously held by my grandfather. I’m really excited to support the College’s mission to champion excellence in teaching and to celebrate the impact of this incredible profession.”
When the Chartered College of Teaching announced that Princess Beatrice would be serving as their new patron, they wrote, “Our Royal Charter, granted in 1849, is a powerful symbol of the professionalism and dedication of teachers. The late Duke of Edinburgh was our Patron until his death in 2021 and was an active supporter of the Chartered College of Teaching, and of the teaching profession. Royal patronage gives a clear indication of the fundamental role teachers play in society and for children and young people.”
Despite not being a working royal, Princess Beatrice has a number of royal patronages. She is royal patron of of Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice, the York Musical Society, the Helen Arkell Dyslexia Centre, and the British Skin Foundation.
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