The summer holidays have drawn to a close and this Monday 8th September marked the official return to school for children across Monaco – including Hereditary Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella.
The Princely Palace released new photographs of the twins on Monday morning as they set off for the start of the new academic year. With backpacks at the ready, Hereditary Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella were pictured smiling before heading into class.
In a message accompanying the images, the Palace shared: “This Monday morning, Hereditary Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella returned to school. A new academic year full of discoveries, friendships, and adventures awaits them. The Princely Family wishes all students in the Principality a wonderful start to the school year.”
A later rentrée than France
While pupils in nearby Nice and across France’s “B Zone” returned to classrooms on 1st September, Monaco traditionally begins its school year a week later. The difference in timing reflects the Principality’s independent education calendar, which is closely aligned with France but adapted to local needs and traditions.
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Photo credit: Michaël Alesi / Palais princier