The Duchess of Cambridge and First Lady Jill Biden discussed the early years development of children during their first meeting as the G7 summit began, writes Tony Jones, PA Court Correspondent.

Falmouth Packet: The First Lady and Duchess with the school children. Picture: PAThe First Lady and Duchess with the school children. Picture: PA

The two women met for the first time today (June 11) at Connor Downs Academy in Hayle in the county of Cornwall where world leaders have gathered for their summit.

The duchess and the First Lady toured a classroom meeting some of the younger children at the school which teaches four to 11-year-olds.

Falmouth Packet: The Duchess of Cambridge (left) and US First Lady Jill Biden, carrying carrots for the school rabbit, Storm. Picture: Aaron Chown/PAThe Duchess of Cambridge (left) and US First Lady Jill Biden, carrying carrots for the school rabbit, Storm. Picture: Aaron Chown/PA

They also brought carrots which were fed by the children to the school’s pet rabbits in the grounds of the Academy.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are taking part in their first G7 events, another milestone in their progression as senior royals.

Falmouth Packet: The Duchess of Cambridge and First Lady Jill Biden. Picture: PAThe Duchess of Cambridge and First Lady Jill Biden. Picture: PA

Later William and Kate will join the Queen, Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall at the G7 Leaders’ reception at the Eden Project on Friday evening.

Afterwards Charles, joined by his son the duke, will host a reception for the leaders and chief executive officers from some the world’s largest companies to discuss how the private sector can work with governments to tackle the climate emergency.