# Prince George begins boarding at Eton College > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/prince-georges-enrollment-at-eton-college > Updated: 2026-08-11T16:05:51.000Z. Sources: 160. Developments: 26. Prince George, now 13, will start full‑boarding at Eton College in September 2026, joining about 260 other boys and moving from Lambrook where he was a day pupil. Kensington Palace confirmed the enrolment in early July, noting the school’s proximity to the family home at Forest Lodge and an annual fee of roughly £64,000. The prince will have his own study‑bedroom, a standard provision for new boarders. In the weeks leading up to the start, the royal family marked George’s 13th birthday on 22 July with an official portrait taken by Matt Porteous and a casual beach video, signalling a shift toward a more formal presentation of the future heir. Commentators observed the use of his first name only, and the portrait was described as part of a broader preparation programme that includes constitutional and protocol lessons. A family Instagram post after Kate Middleton’s National Three Peaks Challenge highlighted George’s rapid growth, showing him almost as tall as his mother. Eton’s policy bans smartphones for first‑year boarders, providing only basic “brick” phones; Prince William reiterated that any phone George receives will be limited to calls and texts. The move also revives a media‑privacy arrangement to limit paparazzi coverage, while an astrologer speculated on the social adjustment the young prince may face. Recent reports indicate that George’s enrollment follows a precedent set by Princess Diana, who chose Eton for Prince William to ensure proximity to home, breaking the tradition of sending male royals to Gordonstoun. To facilitate a sense of normalcy, Eton has implemented security measures, including “No Photography” signs on external fences. While his parents seek to limit media intrusion through privacy agreements similar to those used in the 1990s, palace staff suggest George is already popular among his peers. ## Claims - Princess Charlotte is 11 years old and the middle child of Prince William and Princess Kate. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Princess Charlotte exerts authority over her brothers Prince George and Prince Louis during public appearances. (corroborated by 2 sources) - During summer holidays at Anmer Hall, Prince George helped move animal feed on a goat farm in Wales in 2022. (single source) - The royal children have no personal mobile phones and limited screen time. (single source) - Prince William and Kate emphasize outdoor activity and chores for their children. (single source) - King Charles III is overseeing a transition to fully organic farming at Sandringham. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-11: Eton College implements privacy measures for Prince George Prince George will begin attending Eton College in September. The school has implemented privacy measures, such as ‘No Photography’ signs, to protect the prince and other students from media intrusion. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eton-college-implements-privacy-measures-for-prince-george ### 2026-08-06: Prince George begins at Eton College as parents seek privacy Prince George will attend Eton College in September, with his parents reinstating a media‑privacy pact to shield him from paparazzi; an astrologer noted the boarding challenge for the young royal. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prince-george-begins-at-eton-college-as-parents-seek-privacy ### 2026-08-03: Prince George to Begin Boarding at Eton College, Prompting Family and Phone Policy Talk Prince George will start at Eton College this September, altering family dynamics and likely receiving a basic phone without internet, per Prince William’s stance. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prince-george-to-begin-boarding-at-eton-college-prompting-family-and-phone-policy-talk ### 2026-07-31: Prince George begins boarding at Eton College with private room Prince George, 13, will board at Eton College in September 2026, receiving a private room and marking a shift from his previous school and his parents' phone policy, a choice linked to Princess Diana’s earlier‑ 15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prince-george-to-follow-prince-william-to-eton-college-continuing-dianas-school-legacy ### 2026-07-29: Prince George to join Eton College, continuing his father's legacy Prince George will start at Eton College in September, a decision rooted in Princess Diana’s earlier influence. Experts say his stable family background will shape a different experience from his father’s. 13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/princess-charlotte-directs-prince-george-and-prince-louis ### 2026-07-29: Prince George Turns 13, Heads to Eton College Under New Smartphone Prohibition Prince George turned 13 and will join Eton College in September, where first‑year pupils are barred from smartphones and receive only basic “brick‑phones,” continuing his parents’ strict no‑phone policy. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prince-george-turns-13-heads-to-eton-college-under-new-smartphone-prohibition ### 2026-07-26: Prince George's 13th Birthday Marks Formal Shift Toward Heir Role Prince George turned 13, and a formal portrait signals a new phase of royal preparation, including private monarch lessons and expanded public duties. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prince-georges-13th-birthday-marks-formal-shift-toward-heir-role ### 2026-07-26: Prince George begins at Eton College, assigned his own room Prince George, 13, will start at Eton College in September, receiving his own room under standard school policy and moving from day‑school Lambrook to full boarding with typical Eton traditions. 12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prince-george-to-begin-studies-at-eton-college-as-future-heir ### 2026-07-24: Prince George turns 13 and prepares for Eton College Prince George turned 13, received a formal portrait and informal video, and will start at Eton College in September with standard entry exams and a school‑mandated brick‑phone policy. 19 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prince-george-turns-13-in-family-beach-celebration ### 2026-07-22: Prince George Turns 13, Marks Birthday with New Portrait and Eton Admission Prince George turned 13 on 22 July 2026, receiving a new formal portrait and birthday post; he will start at Eton College this September, marking his move toward future royal duties. 63 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prince-george-celebrates-13th-birthday-ahead-of-eton-start ### 2026-07-18: Prince George Turns 13, Shares Birthday Portrait, Heads to Eton Prince George turned 13, his parents released a new portrait, and he will start boarding at Eton College on 8 September after a trial week at Lambrook. 25 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prince-george-begins-eton-college-after-13th-birthday-celebration ### 2026-07-05: Prince George's height highlighted as Kate Middleton shares family photos after charity trek Prince George, now nearly as tall as his mother Kate Middleton, featured in a family photo after she completed the National Three Peaks Challenge to benefit The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prince-georges-height-highlighted-as-kate-middleton-shares-family-photos-after-charity-trek ### 2026-07-04: Prince George set to attend Eton College this September Prince George, 12, will join Eton College in September 2026, following his father and uncle's tradition; the choice was made for security, proximity and prestige. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prince-george-to-enroll-at-eton-college-this-september ### 2026-06-29: Prince George towers over mother Kate Middleton at Armed Forces Day RAF visit Prince George, 12, visited RAF Coningsby with mother Kate Middleton for Armed Forces Day, drawing attention as he nears her height and showcasing his aviation interests. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prince-george-towers-over-mother-kate-middleton-at-armed-forces-day-raf-visit ### 2026-06-29: Prince George's rapid growth sparks jokes after Kate shares RAF base video A video of Kate and Prince George at an RAF base sparked jokes online about the toddler’s rapid height increase, with comparisons to his parents and future monarch expectations. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prince-georges-rapid-growth-sparks-jokes-after-kate-shares-raf-base-video ### 2026-06-28: Prince George to start at Eton as parents discuss his transition Prince George will start at Eton this autumn, prompting Prince William and Kate to voice typical parental worries about his social adjustment, amid recent public outings including a visit to RAF Coningsby. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prince-george-to-start-at-eton-as-parents-discuss-his-transition ### 2026-06-27: Prince George joins Kate Middleton at RAF base for Armed Forces Day Prince George and Kate Middleton visited RAF Coningsby for UK Armed Forces Day, touring historic aircraft and meeting service members as the prince prepares for Eton. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prince-george-joins-kate-middleton-at-raf-base-for-armed-forces-day ### 2026-06-27: Prince George Nearly Matches Mother Kate Middleton in Height During Armed Forces Day Visit Prince George, 12, appeared with mother Kate at RAF Coningsby for Armed Forces Day, standing almost as tall as her; he will start at Eton College this September. 28 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prince-george-and-princess-of-wales-tour-raf-coningsby-on-armed-forces-day ### 2026-06-21: Prince George to join Eton as school prepares to appoint new headmaster Prince George will start at Eton in September as the school prepares to name a new headmaster, with Alastair Chirnside tipped as the frontrunner. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prince-george-to-join-eton-as-school-prepares-to-appoint-new-headmaster ### 2026-06-20: Prince William and Kate announce Prince George will attend Eton College Prince William and Kate have chosen Eton College for Prince George, citing proximity to Windsor, tradition and a supportive environment. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prince-william-and-kate-announce-prince-george-will-attend-eton-college ### 2026-06-19: Prince George to Join Eton as Royal Family Tightens Palace Balcony Access The UK monarchy restricts palace balcony access, Lady Pamela Hicks was buried, and Prince George will attend Eton College. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prince-george-to-join-eton-as-royal-family-tightens-palace-balcony-access ### 2026-06-18: Prince George confirmed for Eton College starting September Prince George will start at Eton College in September, continuing a family tradition and renewing focus on past abuse cases at the elite school. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prince-george-confirmed-for-eton-college-as-future-king-follows-fathers-school-path ### 2026-06-17: Prince William's Eton nickname resurfaces as Prince George prepares to attend A former Eton classmate says Prince William was nicknamed “upstart German,” a story resurfacing as Prince George is set to attend the school. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prince-williams-eton-nickname-resurfaces-as-prince-george-prepares-to-enrol ### 2026-06-16: Prince George to begin studies at Eton College in September Prince George, 12, will attend Eton College from September, following his father and uncle, as announced by Kensington Palace. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prince-george-to-begin-studies-at-eton-college-in-september ### 2026-06-16: Prince George confirmed for Eton College Prince George, second in line, will start at Eton College this September, continuing the royal family’s historic link to the elite school, per Kensington Palace. 15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prince-george-to-attend-eton-college ### 2026-06-06: Prince George to start at Eton College this September Prince George, son of William and Catherine, will start at Eton College in September after passing its entrance exam, a choice driven by security and proximity to the family home. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prince-george-to-begin-studies-at-eton-college --- Cite as: Prince George begins boarding at Eton College. 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