Prince George’s Secondary School Future
Prince George, the eldest son of the Prince and Princess of Wales, has been attending Lambrook, a private school near Ascot, which is also where his siblings study. However, as he approaches secondary school age, speculation about where he will continue his education has become a hot topic among royal watchers.
The Prince and Princess of Wales have visited several prestigious institutions, including Eton College, Oundle School, and Marlborough College. Royal experts have gathered insights from insiders and are now making their predictions about which school will welcome Prince George in September.
In the latest edition of the Palace Confidential newsletter, Richard Kay and Charlotte Griffiths share their top picks for the future of Prince George’s education. For those interested in gaining exclusive insights into the royal family, signing up to the newsletter is a must. The newsletter offers free access every Thursday evening, delivering unrivalled content directly to your inbox.
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Opinion: A Concerning Decision
The Prince of Wales recently announced plans to sell 20% of the Duchy of Cornwall land to build homes, pledging £500 million to address the ‘housing and nature crisis’ facing the country. This initiative, which includes £160 million allocated for housing solutions and affordable homes, appears to be a noble cause, especially given the prince’s focus on homelessness—a passion inherited from his mother, Diana.
This interest aligns with his wife, Catherine’s, emphasis on early childhood development. The connection between stable housing and a child’s well-being is undeniable. However, there are concerns about whether the Prince truly understands the challenges he aims to address.
Can Prince William Truly Understand the Housing Crisis?
The Prince and Princess of Wales currently pay around £300,000 annually in rent for their home in Windsor Great Park, Forest Lodge. They also occasionally reside at Kensington Palace in London and Anmer Hall on the Sandringham Estate in Norfolk, which was a wedding gift from the late Queen.
Most of Prince William’s private income comes from the £20 million a year he receives from the Duchy of Cornwall property empire. Given this financial stability, it is difficult to see him as someone who truly grasps the struggles of the housing market.
For those who have experienced homelessness or the stress of renting, the daily challenges are profound. I lost my home in 2018 and had to rent from a private landlord. During that time, I lived in constant fear, constantly worrying about small repairs and feeling like a burden. The experience of being a tenant is often dehumanizing, and it raises the question: can a member of the royal family truly understand this reality?
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