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Portrait of the King
Schools, childcare, further education colleges and other education settings in England can apply for a free framed portrait of King Charles III to celebrate the new reign.
The image of the King in full regalia will be released in December by Buckingham Palace and the scheme is funded by the government.
Public authorities across England are able to apply for the free portrait of the King, including the following education settings:
- Maintained nurseries,
- Primary schools,
- Secondary schools,
- pupil referral units, including alternative provision and free schools,
- State funded special schools,
- Non-maintained special schools and
- Further education colleges.
Eligible education settings can apply for a free portrait by filling out this form before 2 February 2024. Portraits are expected to be delivered between February and April 2024.