Prince Harry praised the strength of UK schools and community life during his recent visit to London, it has been revealed.
While attending the 20th annual WellChild Awards last week, the Duke of Sussex spoke with singer Joss Stone about why she and her family had returned to Britain.
Ms Stone said: “It was really sweet to see him after all these years. Harry was so lovely with Nalima – even though she slept through the whole thing!
"I will be sure to tell her that when she was two months old, a prince cooed over her and said she was beautiful.
Prince Harry reveals 'how wonderful UK schools are' as he drops hint about Archie and Lilibet's education
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“He joked about me having four children, saying it’s ‘two too many,’ or maybe it wasn’t a joke! He also asked about how we were settling back in and was genuinely interested in our move home.
"He’s just very warm and down to earth, as always. Maybe Harry will move back, too. That would be nice.”
Ms Stone said she and Harry discussed the reasons for her own relocation, continuing to tell Hello!: “He was saying how wonderful the schools are here and how important community is for children.
"It was nice to share that with him because it’s exactly why we felt drawn to come back – for the kids to grow up surrounded by family, friends, and a strong sense of belonging and most importantly in a safe environment.”
Joss Stone pictured at the WellChild Awards
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A friend of the Duke told The Mail over the weekend: “I can tell you that Harry wants to educate the children here in the UK.
"Harry feels his children are missing out on the extensive family network that their niece and nephews are enjoying. Harry wants his children to have the very best education.
"He has retained his closest friendship group of confidants from his days at school at Ludgrove and Eton. He wants that for his own children.
"There is still some negotiation for Harry to have with Meghan. The King, however, is delighted.”
Joss Stone and Prince Harry pictured together in 2014
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Harry, who turned 41 today, also met King Charles privately at Clarence House last week.
The meeting, which had been under discussion for some time, lasted 54 minutes. A long-time associate of the Duke said: “He would like a relationship with his father. There’s no doubt about that.”
The WellChild Awards brought together celebrity guests and performers, and Harry spent time meeting attendees behind the scenes before the ceremony. His remarks about British education and community values add to growing speculation that he could eventually return to live in the UK with his family.