Kate Middleton glowed as she attends Place2Be's School Leaders Forum in London

Kate Middleton – who is expecting her third child with husband Prince William – wrapped up her blossoming baby bump as she braved the icy November weather in the capital, as she attended a forum on how schools can tackle mental health problems.

The Duchess of Cambridge, who is a royal patron of Place2Be school leaders forum, beamed as she stepped out and waved to royal fans without her husband in tow.

Hiding her bump, Prince William’s wife glowed as she stepped up for the inspirational day, where she will be opening the entire conference.

At the Place2Be forum, speakers will consider how schools can provide practical help in order to support children, young people and their families.

This year's conference, which is named 'I'm Fine!', includes talks from headteachers working in disadvantaged schools, alongside experts in psychology and psychiatry.