Prince George, second in line to the British throne, began his secondary education at Eton College on Monday, arriving at the historic school accompanied by his parents, Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales. The 13-year-old royal started at the prestigious institution amidst light rain and was greeted by Eton’s headmaster, Simon Henderson, who welcomed him with words of encouragement.

Eton College, located in Berkshire, England, is known for its longstanding tradition of educating members of the British establishment, including numerous prime ministers and public figures. Prince George is following the educational path of his father, Prince William, and uncle, Prince Harry, both of whom attended the school. Although the royal family’s residence at Windsor is only a few kilometers away, George will live on campus as a boarder, consistent with the school’s boarding tradition.

The institution, founded in 1440 by King Henry VI, admits boys between the ages of 13 and 18 and maintains many historic customs, including a distinctive dress code. Students wear a uniform featuring a black tailcoat, black waistcoat, white shirt with a bow tie, and striped trousers. Eton enrolls approximately 1,350 students each year and charges annual fees exceeding $146,000.

As a symbol of continuity, George’s arrival at Eton coincided with the fourth anniversary of King Charles III’s accession to the throne, a milestone marked by a ceremonial gun salute in central London. The occasion underscores the ongoing legacy of the British monarchy amid the traditional backdrop of one of the country’s most renowned educational institutions.