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Princess Kate Travels to Italy for Early Years Focus
6 May
Summary
- Princess Catherine will undertake her first foreign trip since her cancer diagnosis.
- The visit to Italy focuses on early years child development and the Reggio Emilia Approach.
- The Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood is expanding its global work.
Princess Catherine is preparing for her first official overseas royal visit since her cancer diagnosis, a significant milestone as she returns to international travel. She will travel to Reggio Emilia, Italy, for a two-day solo working trip starting May 13, 2026, focusing on early years child development. This visit is a key moment for The Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood's growing global presence.
During her time in Italy, the Princess will explore the Reggio Emilia Approach, an educational philosophy emphasizing children's self-development through nurturing environments and strong relationships. Her visit aims to connect the Centre's Shaping Us Framework with leading international methods, reinforcing the crucial role of early childhood experiences in building a healthy future.
The trip coincides with the launch of a new resource from the Centre for Early Childhood, a 109-page guide for those working with young children and families. This initiative, alongside new research indicating parental confusion due to mixed guidance, highlights the Centre's commitment to supporting early years development both domestically and internationally.
