Prince George marks 13th birthday as he heads to Eton College
Prince George, second in line to the British throne, has celebrated his 13th birthday. He is preparing to begin his studies at the prestigious Eton College this September.
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As a future monarch, the education and public development of Prince George are of significant interest to the British public and the Commonwealth.
Link copied Share Share article Prince George, second in line to the throne, has turned 13 as he readies to follow in his father Prince William's footsteps and start at the prestigious Eton College.
Kensington Palace shared a picture of the prince as his grandfather, King Charles III, and Queen Camilla wished him a happy birthday.
As the eldest child of Prince William, heir to the British throne, and Princess Catherine, George is set to succeed his father as king one day.
Kensington Palace released this photo of Prince George on his 13th birthday. ( Supplied )
But first, he will face another daunting challenge: the teen years and starting at Eton boarding school in September.
According to royal commentator Richard Fitzwilliams, the young prince is being "inducted into things very gradually", and as he grows older, he will increase his public appearances.
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