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Thomas's Battersea has around 550 students from a variety of backgrounds. The school teaches a range of traditional subjects, along with ballet, art, drama, French, music and physical education.

Thomas's Battersea's most important rule is \"be kind,\" the school notes on its website.

\"We are delighted that The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have decided that Princess Charlotte will join her elder brother, Prince George, at Thomas's Battersea,\" the school's headmaster, Simon O'Malley, said in a statement. \"We greatly look forward to welcoming her and all of our new pupils to the school in September.\"

Prince George, 5, started at the school, where he is known as George Cambridge, in September 2017.

Charlotte, 4, will be known at Thomas's Battersea as Charlotte Cambridge. Charlotte previously attended Willcocks Nursery School, also in London.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are very pleased to share two photographs of Princess Charlotte at Kensington Palace this morning. pic.twitter.com/dDIOZdA7aM

— Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) January 8, 2018

The only daughter of Prince William and Kate has developed a reputation as a fun and spirited member of Britain's royal family.

She was seen running with a flower in hand and sitting on a fence in a dress in photos released earlier this month for her fourth birthday.

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When Kate and William brought their kids to Kate's display at the Chelsea Flower Show this week, Charlotte ran in the garden, jumping on a swing and dangling her bare feet in the water with George.

\"I really feel that nature and being interactive outdoors has huge benefits on our physical and mental wellbeing, particularly for young children.\" — The Duchess of Cambridge #RHSChelsea pic.twitter.com/uDLOXQY8L7

— Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) May 19, 2019

In appearances with the royal family, Charlotte has become legendary for giving a wave, or a look, to gathered crowds.

Take a look at some of her adorable moments.

Hallo Berlin! The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte arrive for #RoyalVisitGermany🇩🇪 pic.twitter.com/MbQcALPsqt

— Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) July 19, 2017
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PHOTO: Prince William, Duke of Cambridge and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge with their children Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis leave after Prince Louis' christening at St. James's Palace in London, July 9, 2018.
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