Princess of Wales leaves for Italy .

The Princess of Wales will travel to Italy tomorrow for a two-day visit to learn about the Reggio Emilia approach to early childhood development The Princess of Wales is expected to arrive at Reggio Emilia’s town hall around noon for a formal welcome. In Piazza Prampolini, Catherine will be greeted by Reggio Emilia’s mayor, Marco Massari. The Princess will then greet the crowds before entering the Sala del Tricolore to receive honours privately. Mayor Massari will also hold an official meeting with the princess, accompanied by historical figures such as Eletta Bertani and Ione Bartoli, pioneers of the Reggio Children system in the 1960s. After leaving town hall, the Princess of Wales will visit the Loris Malaguzzi International Center, headquarters of the Reggio Emilia Approach. On Thursday, the Princess of Wales will visit the ReMida Creative Recycling Centre and a nursery and preschool in the city.