Prince Harry and Meghan Markle seem to be facing a challenging dilemma when it comes to their oldest child, Archie, and his education. The couple had hoped their son would attend a prestigious private school in Montecito, where the cost of tuition can reach up to £440,000. However, there's a twist—Meghan reportedly believes that public schooling could be too risky for Archie, her precious child, and potentially expose him to the public eye.
Public schools in Montecito, California, which serve typical children, are seen as a potential danger to the heir of the Sussex family, with Meghan concerned that the increased visibility could open the door to intense media scrutiny. As a result, homeschooling is now being considered as a more private and safer option. Meghan fears that enrolling Archie in a school where people might recognize him could lead to unwanted attention from the tabloids. After all, the couple is already doing everything in their power to keep the paparazzi at bay.
The town of Montecito is known for its multi-million dollar mansions and quiet, luxurious lifestyle, which makes the local school fees range anywhere from $6,000 to $50,000 annually. The Sussexes were even seen visiting a private school in the area, possibly to enroll both Archie and Lilibet. However, despite living in such an affluent area, the couple hasn't been very involved in the community, leading to some frustrations from their neighbors.
Interestingly, Montecito is home to several highly regarded state-funded schools, such as Cold Spring School and Montecito Union School. However, reports suggest that Archie’s application to these schools was rejected. The reason behind the rejection? Rumors are circulating that there were discrepancies on Archie’s birth certificate. Allegedly, the document seemed overly photoshopped, and Meghan refused to provide necessary medical records, claiming they were lost but later saying they were sealed by the palace. To add to the confusion, Meghan is said to have changed her name on the certificate to “HRH Duchess of Sussex,” which is far from the name most people know her by.
Even more perplexing, just 11 days after Archie’s birth, the name on the birth certificate was mysteriously altered. The palace has denied any involvement, asserting that they had no knowledge of such a change. Lady Colin Campbell, a royal commentator, recently weighed in on the matter, stating that it would be highly unusual for the palace to "lock up" birth certificates.
As this drama unfolds, questions remain about Archie’s future education. Will he attend an elite private school, or will he be homeschooled at his parents’ multi-million-dollar estate? Some skeptics have even raised concerns about whether Archie is a real child or merely a creation to fuel the media cycle. For now, the truth remains unclear, and the Sussex family’s plans continue to generate headlines.
