Overview

• On July 22, Prince George turned 12 and became subject to a rule barring him from flying with his father to reduce risks to the line of succession
• He has started his last term at Lambrook School, which only goes through eighth grade, and must choose a secondary school next year with Eton College among the leading options
• Earlier in 2025, George made his first solo appearance at a Buckingham Palace tea reception as he is gradually introduced to official royal duties
• Spanish child psychologist Diana Jiménez warns that early responsibility can steal childhood and stresses the importance of play, mistakes and emotional expression
• William and Catherine are combining targeted lessons on governance and protocol with efforts to maintain a normal family life around George’s growing responsibilities