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Prince George set for first day at Eton College
Prince George begins boarding at the 600-year-old school after his father and uncle attended there, with fees at about £65,000 a year, Reuters reported.
On Tuesday, September 8, Prince George began his first day at Eton College, accompanied by the Prince and Princess of Wales. The 13-year-old arrived in a suit and tie, marking a significant educational milestone.
William attended the same school in 1995, a decision biographer Simon Vigar described as "very much a Diana decision." The institution became especially important to William after Princess Diana's death in 1997, when he was 15.
During the rainy arrival, Catherine wore Cartier 'Trinity' earrings, a collection beloved by Diana. The 18-carat gold hoops feature three intertwined bands, symbolizing love and loyalty.
George previously studied at Lambrook School in Berkshire, where his siblings Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis remain enrolled. This transition marks his move to secondary education at Britain's most storied institution.
This enrollment marks a departure from tradition: King Charles and Prince Philip attended Gordonstoun in the Scottish Highlands. The King famously hated his experience there, referring to the boarding school as 'Colditz in kilts.
The face to remember this Wednesday morning is that of Prince George, the first-born of the royal couple William and Kate. Karim Bennani shoves the spotlight on the young heir, because like millions of pupils, he also made his return to school. (International).