Prince Philip held the role until his death in 2021

Princess Beatrice has said it’s a “real honour” to take up the role as patron of the Chartered College of Teaching.

The role was once held by her beloved late grandfather, Prince Philip. The Chartered College of Teaching is the professional body for teachers. Its mission is to “empower a knowledgeable and respected teaching profession”.

Prince Philip was patron up until his death in 2021. Now, Beatrice, 36, is taking over the role after showing her support for education for young people through her charity work.

Beatrice has become patron of The Chartered College of Teaching (Credit: Cover Images)

Princess Beatrice ‘honoured’ as she becomes patron of The Chartered College of Teaching

In a statement, Beatrice said: “To me, the power that teachers have on shaping lives and transforming futures makes it one of the most commendable and highly regarded professions.

“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 added: “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.”

Meanwhile, Dame Alison Peacock, CEO of the Chartered College of Teaching, said: “I am delighted to welcome HRH Princess Beatrice as our Patron and as an advocate for the teaching profession.

“I am extremely grateful for her recognition of the important work that the Chartered College of Teaching does to empower the profession, and look forward to her involvement with us.”
Prince Philip previously held the patron role up until his death in 2021 (Credit: SplashNews.com)

Princess Beatrice’s role within the royal family

Beatrice is the eldest daughter of Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson. She’s Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip’s granddaughter.

Despite being a member of the monarchy, Beatrice is not a working royal. She has her own career away from the royal family, working for a tech firm.

It’s a real honour to take up the role as Patron of the Chartered College of Teaching.

As well as her career, Beatrice has many royal patronages and charity work remains a big part of her life.

In her personal life, Beatrice is married to her husband, property developer Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi. Beatrice and Edoardo have two daughters, Sienna, three, and Athena, born in January 2025.

Could Eugenie and Beatrice end up having bigger roles within the monarchy? (Credit: SplashNews.com)

Princess Beatrice could become working royal when Prince William is king

Recently, reports have suggested that Beatrice could take on a bigger role within the monarchy. But only when her cousin, Prince William, becomes king.

The Prince of Wales is heir to the throne. While there are no signs that William will become monarch any time soon, many royal experts have been making predictions about his reign.

Many think William will bring a more modern approach to the royal family. And, he could call on his cousins, Beatrice and Princess Eugenie, for support.

Royal commentator Richard Eden shared his thoughts in a piece for the Daily Mail in May. He penned: “Beatrice and Eugenie are non-working members of the royal family, who are not funded by the taxpayer. Royal sources tell me that, with a smaller family after Harry and Meghan stepped down as working royals in 2020, that may change in time.”

Richard explained that a royal courtier allegedly told him: “Although Prince William still believes in a slimmed-down monarchy, he is increasingly aware of his extended family.”