Prince George Looks All Grown Up in First Day Photos at Eton College, Following in William's Footsteps

Prince George just hit a major milestone. The 13-year-old royal started his first day at Eton College on Tuesday, September 8, and the official portraits show him looking sharp in the school’s traditional uniform: a black tailcoat, pinstriped trousers, white shirt, and polished black shoes. His parents, Prince William and Princess Kate, were right by his side for the drop-off, making it a family moment that felt both historic and deeply personal.

George is now walking the same halls his father walked from 1995 to 2000, and his uncle Prince Harry from 1998 to 2003. It’s a tradition that carries weight, especially since George is second in line to the British throne. But what makes this story so relatable is what William and Kate said years ago: they wouldn’t force their son into boarding school. They wanted him to make the choice. And apparently, at age 8, George thought the idea sounded“super fun.”So this wasn’t a royal decree. This was a kid deciding he was ready for the next step.

Seeing those photos of George in his uniform, it’s hard not to feel like we just watched a chapter close and another one open. He’s still just a teenager, but he carries the weight of a future crown. What do you think, would you have sent your kid to boarding school at 13 if they wanted to go, or would you have waited? Drop your thoughts in the comments below.