Wednesday 11 May 2022 01:41 PM Kate Middleton is elegant as she arrives in Scotland trends now

Wednesday 11 May 2022 01:41 PM Kate Middleton is elegant as she arrives in Scotland trends now
Wednesday 11 May 2022 01:41 PM Kate Middleton is elegant as she arrives in Scotland trends now

Wednesday 11 May 2022 01:41 PM Kate Middleton is elegant as she arrives in Scotland trends now

Kate Middleton showed off her motherly side as she cuddled a baby during storytime at a Glasgow school today as she joined Prince William on a two day whirlwind tour of Scotland. 

The Duchess of Cambridge, 40, cut a stylish figure as she visited St John’s Primary School in Port Glasgow where she and the Duke, 39, took part in a Roots of Empathy session and spoke with students and teachers taking part.

The mother-of-three, who is known for her love of rewearing clothes and high street brands, opted for a £170 baby blue blouse from Cefinn, which she paired with a smart pair of navy trousers and one of her favourite long-line Catherine Walker coats for the occasion.  

The Duchess, who has long had a passion for the Early Years sector, appeared delighted to be cuddling up with the baby involved in the session, having earlier this year confessed she often feels 'broody' on royal visits. 

Later, William and Kate visited the Wheatley Group site in Kennishead to see first-hand how they are transforming the lives of disadvantaged or vulnerable people, including those at risk of homelessness, before they are set to travel to University of Glasgow.

Kate Middleton, 40, showed off her motherly side as she cuddled a baby during storytime at a Glasgow school today as she joined Prince William on a two day whirlwind tour of Scotland

Kate Middleton, 40, showed off her motherly side as she cuddled a baby during storytime at a Glasgow school today as she joined Prince William on a two day whirlwind tour of Scotland

During their visit to the school, Prince William and Kate viewed a Roots of Empathy session which involved pupils interacting with a mother and her young baby as they learn how to build their understanding of the baby’s needs and emotions

During their visit to the school, Prince William and Kate viewed a Roots of Empathy session which involved pupils interacting with a mother and her young baby as they learn how to build their understanding of the baby’s needs and emotions

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The Duchess paired the smart navy trousers and bright blue blouse with one of her favourite Catherine Walker coats for the outing

The Duchess paired the smart navy trousers and bright blue blouse with one of her favourite Catherine Walker coats for the outing, which she removed for the empathy session (pictured)

The Duchess paired the smart navy trousers and bright blue blouse with one of her favourite Catherine Walker coats for the outing (left), which she removed for the empathy session (right) 

The Duchess of Cambridge, 40, cut a stylish figure as she visited St John’s Primary School in Port Glasgow where she and the Duke are set to join a Roots of Empathy session and speak with students and teachers taking part

The Duchess of Cambridge, 40, cut a stylish figure as she visited St John’s Primary School in Port Glasgow where she and the Duke are set to join a Roots of Empathy session and speak with students and teachers taking part

During the session today, the Duchess, who is passionate about the Early Years space, threw herself into the activities with enthusiasm

During the session today, the Duchess, who is passionate about the Early Years space, threw herself into the activities with enthusiasm

During the session today, the Duchess, who is passionate about the Early Years space, threw herself into the activities with enthusiasm (left and right) 

The Duchess swept her brunette locks behind her shoulders for the occasion, revealing a pair of pearl drop earrings.

Meanwhile she kept her makeup neutral for the outing, opting for a sweep of blush and a dash of black eyeliner.

Cefinn, which is Samantha Cameron's fashion label, is not a brand Kate has often worn in the past - however, she is known for her love of championing British designers and the high street. 

Online, the blouse is described as a 'glamorous-meets-demure' piece which is 'chic' for business-meetings or could be dressed down with a pair of jeans.

The Duke and Duchess were in good spirits as they arrived at the school in Glasgow this morning, where they met with teachers and students.

Later, the Duke and Duchess visited the Wheatley Group site in Kennishead to see first-hand how they are transforming the lives of disadvantaged or vulnerable people, including those at risk of homelessness

Later, the Duke and Duchess visited the Wheatley Group site in Kennishead to see first-hand how they are transforming the lives of disadvantaged or vulnerable people, including those at risk of homelessness

During their visit to the school, Prince William and Kate viewed a Roots of Empathy session which involved pupils interacting with a mother and her young baby as they learn how to build their understanding of the baby’s needs and emotions. 

The Duke and Duchess then spoke with some of the older students who have completed the programme to hear their reflections and experiences and understand how the sessions have benefitted them. 

Roots of Empathy is an early intervention programme run by Action for Children which has been developed to help children aged 5-13 build empathy. 

The programme uses a unique approach, with a local parent and baby (or ‘Tiny Teacher’) alongside a trained instructor guiding the children to develop empathy. 

Roots of Empathy is an international, evidence and empathy-based programme, which was developed in Canada and operates internationally, in countries including New Zealand, the United States, Norway, Switzerland and Costa Rica. It has been operating in Scotland since 2010.  

The Duchess, whose passion is Early Years development, appeared excited to discuss the Empathy Programme during her visit to the school in Scotland today

The Duchess, whose passion is Early Years development, appeared excited to discuss the Empathy Programme during her visit to the school in Scotland today 

The mother-of-three, who has made Early Years development one of her key passion projects as a senior royal, was animated during the discussion at the school

The mother-of-three, who has made Early Years development one of her key passion projects as a senior royal, was animated during the discussion at the school

The mother-of-three, who has made Early Years development one of her key passion projects as a senior royal, was animated during the discussion at the school 

The Duke and Duchess spoke with some of the older students who have completed the programme to hear their reflections and experiences and understand how the sessions have benefitted them

The Duke and Duchess spoke with some of the older students who have completed the programme to hear their reflections and experiences and understand how the sessions have benefitted them

Showing off her skills! The Duchess appeared overjoyed as she took part in the session at St John's School earlier today (pictured)

Showing off her skills! The Duchess appeared overjoyed as she took part in the session at St John's School earlier today (pictured) 

Found it! Among the activities which the Duchess took part in during her visit today was an exercise in which she touched her finger to her nose

Found it! Among the activities which the Duchess took part in during her visit today was an exercise in which she touched her finger to her nose 

The Duchess was in good spirits during the session at St John's Primary School in Glasgow, which was the couple's first engagement of their Scottish royal tour

The Duchess was in good spirits during the session at St John's Primary School in Glasgow, which was the couple's first engagement of their Scottish royal tour

The Duchess was in good spirits during the session at St John's Primary School in Glasgow, which was the couple's first engagement of their Scottish royal tour 

The mother-of-three swept her long brunette locks behind her ear to reveal a pair of pearl drop earrings for the occasion

The mother-of-three swept her long brunette locks behind her ear to reveal a pair of pearl drop earrings for the occasion 

The laughing royal! Kate could be seen howling with laughter as she sat crossed legged with the students of the school for the Empathy Session

The down to earth Duchess was unafraid to join in with the youngsters for the session today

The laughing royal! Kate could be seen howling with laughter as she sat crossed legged with the students of the school for the Empathy Session

It's not the first time Kate has appeared broody during a royal visit lately.  During a visit to Copenhagen's Children's Museum in February, Kate heard about the Understanding Your Baby research project which trains health visitors to help new parents as they begin to notice and interpret their babies' behavioural cues.

After meeting with two eight-month-old baby boys and their parents, she joked: 'It makes me very broody.

'William always worries about me meeting under one-year-olds. I come home saying, 'let's have another one'.'

Days later during a visit to Wales, the Duke and Duchess shared a sweet exchange as they met a group of mothers and babies, with Kate, 40, beaming as she rubbed William's back and told him to 'look at the lovely babies'. 

The couple are scheduled to meet with local tenants of Wheatley Homes Glasgow, part of Wheatley Group, who have been supported to maximise their access to employment and mitigate the impact of poverty. 

The Duchess appeared in high spirits during the visit today

The Duchess appeared in high spirits during the visit today where she could be seen raising her finger into the air during an 'Empathy Session' with the school children (pictured)

The Duchess appeared in high spirits during the visit today (left) where she could be seen raising her finger into the air during an 'Empathy Session' with the school children (right)

Meanwhile Prince William opted for a navy suit for the outing in Scotland, which he paired with a pastel green jumper and baby blue shirt

Meanwhile Prince William opted for a navy suit for the outing in Scotland, which he paired with a pastel green jumper and baby blue shirt 

The mother-of-three, who is known for her love of rewearing clothes and high street brands, opted for a £170 baby blue blouse from Cefin, which she paired with a smart pair of navy trousers

The mother-of-three, who is known for her love of rewearing clothes and high street brands, opted for a £170 baby blue blouse from Cefin, which she paired with a smart pair of navy trousers 

The Duke and Duchess will speak with young people and families who have benefitted from wider support packages from Wheatley Foundation, also part of Wheatley Group, including education bursaries and a partnership with the Dolly Parton Imagination library.

The pair will then travel to the home of a family who have received support from Wheatley Homes Glasgow and live in one of their

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