Kate Middleton's warm way with children was on full display at the National Portrait Gallery during a trip with schoolchildren, where a young fan didn't let go of her hand.

The princess, who recently announced that her cancer was in remission, urged followers to nurture “that which lies beyond the disease.”

The Princess of Wales, 43, is continuing her gradual return to work following the end of her cancer treatment in October.

Kate Middleton made an official visit to the National Portrait Gallery today and arrived in a different kind of style. Instead of the usual convoy of royal vehicles, the Princess instead emerged from a bus alongside school children as they excitedly made their way to view a new project in the gallery.

The Princess of Wales was reportedly “animated” and “nurturing” with the little ones during Tuesday’s National Portrait Gallery outing.