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Kate's Emotional Farewell: George Heads to Boarding School
22 Apr
Summary
- Prince George is preparing for secondary school, possibly boarding.
- Kate Middleton finds this a poignant, 'emotional time'.
- Marlborough College is a frontrunner choice for Prince George.
The Princess of Wales is navigating an "emotional time" as her eldest son, Prince George, prepares for secondary school. The future king will turn 13 years old this summer, an age that could see him transition to boarding school. This impending change has been described as creating an "empty seat at the table" for the close-knit Wales family.
Both Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales, attended boarding schools themselves, understanding the experience. Sources suggest that while William's alma mater, Eton College, is a contender, Marlborough College, where Kate was educated, is currently the frontrunner. This decision is significant for the family's desire to maintain a sense of normalcy for their children, George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis.
The choice of Marlborough may offer the advantage of keeping all three Wales children at the same school, a scenario that mirrors their current schooling. Security arrangements will need to be organized for Prince George's attendance, with two protection officers potentially assigned to him. The final decision and announcement are expected later in the summer.
