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Prince William swears by ‘Middleton model’ over kids upbringing

Prince William wants to bring up his kids just like wife Kate Middleton was brought up

Published May 11, 2026

Prince William takes all three of his children and their childhood seriously.

The Prince of Wales wants Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis have a normal childhood like their mother Kate Middleton did.

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In new biography, William and Catherine, The Monarchy's New Era: The Inside Story, royal editor Russell Myers wrote: “William appreciated their involvement beyond measure, enjoying their company and the normalcy of the environment, whatever the circumstance.”

Myers wrote: “Michael and Carole enjoyed visiting the couple in Norfolk and would often stay for weekends, providing much-needed extra support for the young family.”

“Although there are some similarities, George is being raised in a very different way to Prince William,” royal expert Duncan Larcombe told the Daily Mail.

“William has based his children's upbringing on the Middleton model–three children, affluent, but hardworking parents and lots of love in the house.”

Eleen Bukhari
Eleen Bukhari is a London-based journalist and MSc graduate from Brunel University with over five years of experience. Specialising in the British Royal Family and global entertainment, she provides expert analysis of monarchy traditions, celebrity culture, and the evolving media narratives surrounding the world’s most high-profile figures.
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