Prince George continues royal family's century-long Eton tradition
Prince George enrolls at Eton, following his father Prince William's attendance and continuing royal family tradition.
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Prince George Eton College Enrollment
Prince George, age 13, begins his first day at Eton College in Windsor, England on September 8, 2026, continuing a royal family tradition of education at the prestigious boarding school.
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Prince William attended Eton College from 1995 to 2000
Prince William previously attended Eton College as a student from 1995 to 2000. He was dropped off on his first day in September 1995 by his parents Charles and Princess Diana, and his younger brother Prince Harry, with significant media presence.
Kensington Palace announced Prince George would attend Eton College
Kensington Palace announced during summer 2026 that Prince George would attend Eton College for secondary school, following in his father Prince William's footsteps. The decision came after much public debate about where the young prince would pursue his education.
Prince George begins first day at Eton College
Prince George, 13 years old, started his first day at Eton College in Windsor, England on September 8, 2026. He was dropped off by his parents Prince William and Princess Kate Middleton. George was dressed in a dark blazer, shirt, and tie, and later changed into Eton's trademark uniform of tails and white collared shirt for an official photoshoot.
Eton College was founded by King Henry VI in 1440
Eton College, the all-boys boarding school in Windsor, England, was founded by King Henry VI in 1440. The school counts 20 prime ministers and numerous royal family members among its alumni.
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