The Princess of Wales was mobbed by young children today on a visit to an Italian pre-school after spending the morning with them exploring nature in the grounds.
Kate, who had again introduced herself as 'Caterina', was hugged and held onto by the children after posing for a group photograph with pupils and staff at the Salvador Allende pre-school on the outskirts of Reggio Emilia.
Wearing a blazer by Italian brand Blaize Milano and a fabric bracelet by Atelier Malayan, a small label based in Milan, the princess practised her Italian with children aged three to six and joined them for activities including handling newts from the pond, rolling 'tree roots' from clay and marvelling at the school's peaceful outdoor setting.
Although the visit had not been announced in advance, several hundred people had gathered in the street opposite the school and began the chant of 'Kate, Kate, Kate!' and 'Kate, we love you!' as she arrived. Read more @ https://tinyurl.com/3w5hpbsd