Prince George is following in his dad's and uncle's footsteps by attending Eton College. See inside the elite boarding school.
Prince George is set to attend the prestigious Eton College starting in September 2026. The article provides historical context on the boarding school and notes its long list of notable alumni, including members of the British royal family.
Why it matters
The educational path of the future British monarch is a matter of significant public and historical interest.
The entrance to Eton College. Fotogenix / Shutterstock Eton College is an exclusive boarding school sometimes called "the nursery of England's gentlemen." Prince George will start attending Eton in September 2026. The school's elite alumni include Prince William, Tom Hiddleston, and Eddie Redmayne. Prince George is officially ready for Eton. Prince William and Kate Middleton's eldest son turned 13 on Wednesday. Reaching his teen years is a milestone in and of itself, but the prince's new age makes him old enough to attend Eton College , often called "the nursery of England's gentlemen." The prestigious boarding school outside London educates around 1,350 boys aged 13-18 each year, according to its website . Its alumni include members of the royal family, including Prince William and Prince Harry , actor Tom Hiddleston, author George Orwell, and former prime minister Boris Johnson.
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