Last year, Princess Catherine was reluctant to let George follow in his father's footsteps and attend Eton. Although it was not her first choice due to her own boarding school experiences, she was heartbroken by the bullying at her first school and feared that George might face a similar fate. Marlborough College is one of the UK's top public schools, renowned for producing high-profile individuals.

In 1996, Catherine, then 14, moved there after leaving Downe House because of bullying. Marlborough became a supportive environment where she could rebuild her confidence and friendships. However, the adjustment was difficult for her because of her past; she seemed shy and withdrawn. According to her tutor, her roommates described her as thin and pale, and stress aggravated her eczema. Over time, Catherine became a trendsetter, with whatever she wore becoming instantly popular, known as the “Kate effect”.

Surprisingly, during her school days, she received low marks from the boys at Marlborough, scoring only two out of ten. Despite this, she grew into a confident young woman who excelled at sports and was well-liked by her peers. While her friends sometimes went out, she usually chose to take responsibility and focus on her studies. The only time she broke the rules was when she fell ill after a hockey party. Catherine left Marlborough with excellent A-level results and was voted “most likely to be loved by everyone” in her yearbook.

For her, Marlborough was more than just a fresh start; it was where she truly found herself and laid the foundations for her royal life. This is why she believed that sending George to such a traditional institution would undermine their efforts to modernise the monarchy. Catherine argued with her husband about this, noting that although it was a tradition, George could visit home every weekend as it was only a short drive away. However, she was worried about missing him.

Sources revealed that Catherine has now given in to her husband’s wishes and George is studying a variety of subjects, including maths, science and English. He also participates in extracurricular activities, although picking up rubbish makes him uncomfortable. William shared insights into George's school life, noting that he had started taking up triathlons as a hobby. Last year, Catherine mentioned that George, now ten, was starting to get nervous about exams.