Prince George starts at Eton, 30 years after dad Prince William
Prince George has officially begun his secondary education at Eton College, following in the footsteps of his father, Prince William. The transition marks a significant milestone for the young royal as he moves from his previous school to the historic institution.
Why it matters
The choice of school for the second-in-line to the British throne is a matter of significant public and royal interest, reflecting the balance between tradition and modern educational choices.
On Tuesday, Prince George, second in line to the British throne, had his very first day at Eton College, the storied Berkshire boarding school that has shaped generations of Britain's future leaders, including his own father. Flanked by Prince William and Princess Kate, George walked up to the school gates looking every bit the part.Prince George follows Prince William to EtonFor years, royal watchers speculated over which school George would attend for his secondary education — Eton, his father's alma mater, or Marlborough College, where his mother Kate spent her own school days. The debate reportedly simmered for years within the family itself, weighing tradition against the co-ed appeal of Marlborough. In the end, Eton won, keeping George on a well-worn royal path.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in