In a surprising turn of events following the distressing news of Princess Catherine’s illness circulating through the royal family and beyond, it has come to light that the princess, along with her siblings Pippa and James Middleton, are all alumni of Marlborough.
Notably, Prince William’s cousin, Princess Eugenie, also shares this educational background.
During the summer, Prince George was seen accompanying his parents on a visit to Eton College, which holds significance as both Prince William and Prince Harry attended the prestigious institution during their teenage years.
During his recent visit to Singapore, Prince of Wales William captivated locals with his charm; however, his wife, Princess Catherine, was conspicuously absent from the trip.
Prince William graciously apologized on her behalf, shedding light on the true reason behind her stay in the UK.
He expressed well wishes to Prince George, highlighting the young prince’s upcoming significant week at the US Global Wildlife Summit.
Prince William disclosed that Prince George, as the heir to the throne, is set to undergo an entrance exam at the age of 10 to determine his high school placement by the time he turns 13.
This assessment will encompass an online predictive test evaluating aptitude and academic performance, followed by a face-to-face interview at Eton in July 2024.
The palace eagerly awaits Prince George’s results, acknowledging the competitive nature of the process while expressing confidence in his abilities.
Anticipation surrounds Prince George’s academic journey, as he prepares to undertake the IB multiple-choice exam, encompassing verbal and non-verbal reasoning alongside mathematics and English components.
The testing process, typically conducted in October or November, will yield age-appropriate scores, reflecting George’s intellectual capabilities.
Speculation arose previously regarding George’s potential enrollment at either Marlborough or Eton, particularly after Princess Catherine’s visit to Marlborough, where she, along with her siblings and Prince Eugene, received their education.
Eton College, renowned as one of the most prestigious schools globally, presents a sought-after educational opportunity for Prince George.
Despite its proximity to the family residence at Adelaide Cottage in Windsor, the selection process remains rigorous, commencing two years ahead of enrollment.
Marlborough, another esteemed institution, boasts a co-educational environment that could potentially see Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis joining George in the future.
Both schools command a tuition fee of approximately $20,000 per semester, with three semesters annually.
Upon resuming his royal duties recently at a food distribution charity event, Prince William graciously acknowledged the well-wishes conveyed through cards for Princess Catherine and King Charles, who is undergoing cancer treatment.
Expressing gratitude, Prince William assured volunteer Rachel Kandapa of his commitment to caring for his wife.
The Prince of Wales, prioritizing his wife’s recovery following her abdominal surgery, ensured stability in their children’s routines amidst King Charles’ health challenges.
Subsequently, the heir to the British throne resumed public engagements in the aftermath of his father’s cancer diagnosis, embodying resilience and dedication to his royal responsibilities.