Kensington Palace has officially announced that Prince George, the eldest son of the Prince and Princess of Wales, is set to begin his education at the prestigious Eton College this September. The confirmation ends months of speculation regarding the young royal's secondary schooling.
Eton College, an independent boarding school for boys aged 13 to 18, is renowned globally for its academic excellence and long-standing traditions. The annual fees for attending the institution are approximately £63,000, covering tuition, boarding, and other associated costs. Prince George will be following a well-trodden path, as his father, Prince William, and uncle, Prince Harry, both attended the historic Berkshire school.
The decision to send Prince George to Eton aligns with the Royal Family's historical preference for independent education, often choosing institutions that offer a blend of rigorous academics and extensive extracurricular opportunities. While Eton is a boarding school, it is located close to Windsor Castle, where the Prince and Princess of Wales currently reside with their children, potentially allowing for regular contact.
Prince George, who is currently attending Lambrook School in Berkshire alongside his siblings Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis, will embark on this new chapter as he approaches his teenage years. His admission to Eton would have involved an application process, typically including an assessment and an interview, reflecting the competitive nature of securing a place at the college.
The move represents a significant milestone in the public life of the future King. The choice of Eton underscores the continuation of royal traditions while also highlighting the personal preferences of the Prince and Princess of Wales for their children's upbringing and education.