Overview
- Kensington Palace confirmed that Prince George will start at Eton College in September, making the school choice official after months of reporting.
- The future king turns 13 on Wednesday, July 22, and the Waleses are using the remaining summer for family time and final preparations before term.
- Reports from multiple outlets say George is expected to board full time at Eton, though full boarding arrangements have been described as an expectation rather than a separate palace statement.
- William and Kate’s hands-on parenting—including strict limits on mobile phones, occasional boarding at Lambrook and Common Entrance exams—has been cited as central to the move and to easing George’s transition.
- Commentators note George’s experience will differ from his father’s because of a more settled family home, but they warn social adjustment and making close friendships at an elite boys’ boarding school remain likely challenges to watch for.