Prince George's new school steps up privacy measures

Eton College, where Prince George is preparing to start secondary school next month, has added new privacy signs ahead of his arrival.

Like Prince William did years ago, the 13-year-old will live at the all-boys boarding school, returning home to his family's nearby residence during certain weekends and school breaks.

Ahead of his arrival, new "no photography" signs have appeared around the school grounds, reinforcing privacy rules already in place for visitors and students.

Eton College, founded in 1440, has educated many notable public figures over the centuries, including several past prime ministers. As a future king, Prince George is expected to be one of the school's most well-known students.

The school's strong privacy protections are believed to be one of the reasons Prince William and Kate Middleton chose Eton for their son. The couple has consistently tried to give their three children a relatively normal upbringing, keeping them largely out of the public eye until they're ready for more public responsibilities.

Royal experts note that Eton previously offered Prince William a sense of privacy and stability during his own school years, and they expect Prince George will benefit in a similar way, both academically and socially.

The school is also conveniently close to the family's home.

In addition to photography restrictions, Eton has also limited smartphone access for first-year students since 2024. Instead of smartphones, younger students are given basic phones that allow calls and texts but no internet access.