Life as a young royal might sound like a fairytale of palaces, crowns, and endless treats—but inside Adelaide Cottage, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis live under rules that could belong to any down-to-earth family.
For Prince William and Princess Catherine, titles mean little when it comes to parenting. Their mission is clear: raise their three children to be kind, grounded, and capable—without special royal exemptions.
Chores Are Non-Negotiable
From setting the table to clearing plates and tidying toys, the Wales children are expected to “muck in” just like any other kids. Prince George may be second in line to the throne, but he still stacks his own dishes. Charlotte picks up her toys before bed, and six-year-old Louis is learning to sweep—though Catherine has likely mastered the art of keeping him focused for more than 10 seconds.
Screen Time? Not a Chance
In the Wales household, iPads are considered “Mummy and Daddy’s toys.” Instead, the focus is on creativity and outdoor play—fort building, gardening, and muddy adventures in rain boots, regardless of the weather. Even classic British drizzle doesn’t keep the children indoors.
Structure and Routine Rule the Day
The children’s nanny, Maria Borrallo—trained at the elite Norland College—helps keep the household running like clockwork. Bedtime is 7:00 p.m. sharp, naps are required, and new foods are regularly introduced. The schedule remains steady even on exciting days, ensuring that when the children step into the public eye, they’re calm, rested, and ready.
School Comes First
Even glamorous royal events take a back seat to education. When William and Catherine attended Mary Poppins at the London Palladium in 2019, the children stayed home. Catherine’s explanation was simple: “The rule is not on a school night.”
A Royal Home With Heart
The family’s rules aren’t just about discipline—they’re about balance. While George, Charlotte, and Louis are learning responsibility, they’re also surrounded by love, tradition, and plenty of play. The family dog even sleeps on the couple’s bed, a detail William recently shared during a public engagement.
Recent family highlights include Prince George’s 12th birthday celebration and William’s moving tribute to his late mother, Princess Diana. Through it all—despite Catherine’s ongoing health challenges—the future king and queen continue to nurture their children with equal parts privilege, grounding, and affection.
