Infanta Sofía of Spain facts for kids
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Infanta Sofía at the 2019 Order of the Civil Merit Ceremony
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| Born | 29 April 2007 Madrid, Spain |
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| House | Bourbon-Anjou | ||||
| Father | Felipe VI | ||||
| Mother | Letizia Ortiz Rocasolano | ||||
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Infanta Sofía of Spain (Sofía de Todos los Santos de Borbón y Ortiz) was born on April 29, 2007. She is a member of the Spanish royal family. Sofía is the younger daughter of King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia. She is second in line to the Spanish throne, right after her older sister, Leonor, Princess of Asturias.
Sofía was born in Madrid when her grandfather, King Juan Carlos I, was king. She went to the Santa María de los Rosales School, just like her sister. In 2023, she started studying for an International Baccalaureate at the UWC Atlantic College in Wales, United Kingdom.
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Early Life and Family Background
Infanta Sofía was born on April 29, 2007, in Madrid. Her birth was announced by the royal family using text messages. This was a modern way to share the news with the public.
Sofía was named after her grandmother, Queen Sofía of Spain. She was christened on July 15 in the gardens of the Palacio de la Zarzuela. Her godparents are her maternal grandmother, Paloma Rocasolano, and Konstantin, Prince of Vidin. Like her sister, she was given one main name, plus the traditional name de Todos los Santos (of All the Saints).
She received her First Communion on May 17, 2017. This special event took place at the Asunción de Nuestra Señora parish. Her family, including her parents, sister, and grandparents, were there to support her. On May 23, 2023, she received the sacrament of confirmation.
Education and Learning
Sofía began her education in 2009 at the Escuela Infantil Guardia Real. This is a daycare for the children of the Spanish Royal Guard. On September 13, 2010, she started primary school. She attended the Santa María de los Rosales School in Madrid.
In August 2023, Sofía began a two-year International Baccalaureate program. She studies at the UWC Atlantic College in Wales. This college is known for its international education.
Royal Activities and Duties
As an Infanta of Spain, Sofía often attends official events. She joins her parents and sister at important occasions. These include the opening of Parliament and the National Day of Spain parade. She also attends the Princess of Asturias Award and Princess of Girona Award ceremonies.
When she was three years old, Sofía attended her first official event. This was a reception at the Royal Palace of Madrid. It celebrated the Spanish national football team winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup. In 2021, Infanta Sofía and Princess Leonor took part in their first joint event without their parents. They represented the "A Tree for Europe" campaign. This campaign is part of the European youth association Equipo Europa.
While her sister was studying abroad, Sofía took on more public roles. She joined her parents at events like the National Day of Spain parades in 2021 and 2022. She also attended the 2023 Copa del Rey final.
On July 16, 2022, Sofía went on her first international trip with her sister Leonor. They traveled alone to support the Spain women's national football team. The team was playing against Denmark in the UEFA Women's Euro 2022.
In August 2023, Sofía traveled with her mother, Queen Letizia, to Australia. They went to watch the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup final. Spain played against England in this final. The Queen and Infanta presented the trophy to the Spanish team after their victory.
In July 2024, Sofía traveled with her father, King Felipe, to watch the Spanish national football team. They were competing in the UEFA Euro 2024 final. Sofía helped her father present the trophy after Spain won.
In April 2024, Patrimonio Nacional announced that Sofía would be a patron of a photo contest. This contest aims to show the beauty of Spain through pictures. On December 5, 2024, it was announced that the contest would feature only Sofía. It would not include her parents or older sister. The Royal House also said the contest would be held at the Royal Palace of Madrid on December 13. She handed out the awards on that day. This was her first solo event for the Spanish Crown.
Title and Royal Style
Since her birth, Sofía has been an Infanta of Spain. She is addressed as Royal Highness. While she has the same royal status as a prince, Sofía does not hold the title of "princess." In Spain, only the person who will inherit the Crown is allowed to use that title.
Sofía's full title is: Her Royal Highness Infanta Doña Sofía.
See also
In Spanish: Sofía de Borbón para niños
- Princess of Asturias Awards
- Politics of Spain
