The Duchess of Cambridge returns to work after the birth of Prince Louis

Kate, the Duchess of Cambridge, has returned to work for the first time since the birth of her third child.

While the duchess has been seen at a handful of events since Prince Louis was born five months ago, this was her first official solo engagement since her maternity leave ended.

She marked her return by meeting with students and members of the public in West London.

The Duchess was looking how the Sayers Croft Forest School and Wildlife Garden is helping children's emotional and physical well-being.

She took time to talk with other young mothers, and also joined school children for story time and a drink.

Some appeared to enjoy it more than others, with one youngster perhaps trying to impress the duchess by tipping their drink into her mouth without using her hands, much to the royal's amusement.

Kate's outfit was much more relaxed than we've seen recently - appearing to go for the 'off-duty' mum look.

And keen-eyed royal fans have noticed Kate's trusty Penelope Chilvers boots were out in rotation again - the beloved brown tasselled shoes have been a staple of the Duchess's wardrobe for more than 12 years.