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‘A real honour': Princess Beatrice takes over Prince Philip's role as patron of Chartered College of Teaching
Princess Beatrice will become the new royal patron of the Chartered College of Teaching, the royal family member has confirmed.
The royal patronage was previously held by Beatrice's late grandfather Prince Philip.
In a statement, the Princess of York revealed her excitement to take on the position amid speculation she could become a full time working royal.
'To me, the power that teachers have on shaping lives and transforming futures makes it one of the most commendable and highly regarded professions,' Beatrice said.
'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.'
Beatrice also paid tribute to her late grandfather, who passed away in April 2021 at age 99.
'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,' she said.
'I'm really excited to support the College's mission to champion excellence in teaching and to celebrate the impact of this incredible profession.'
Beatrice, who is currently ninth in line to the British throne, has a number of other royal patronages including Forget Me Not Children's Hospice, the York Musical Society, the Helen Arkell Dyslexia Centre, and the British Skin Foundation.
She also maintains a grace-and-favour apartment inside St James's Palace which is funded by her uncle Charles and is assigned security for select engagements.
Nevertheless, the Princess of York is not a full time working royal and has an outside career working in partnerships for a tech firm.
The new gig comes months after reports Beatrice 'impressed King Charles and Prince William" after stepping up to support the monarchy in 2024.
Beatrice, 36, and her sister Princess Eugenie are the daughters of the King's brother Prince Andrew and his ex-wife Sarah, Duchess of York.
The York sisters are the only blood-born Princesses of their generation and carry the titles Her Royal Highnesses.
