Princess Kate and Prince William may end up surprising the public with a long-awaited choice for Prince George, as the couple reportedly remains undecided about their next plan for the future monarch.
Prince George, who will turn 13 in July, officially unlocking the protocols for the heir-in-training, will finish Lambrook School in Berkshire this summer.
The Prince and Princess of Wales are understood to have two main options: Kate’s alma mater, Marlborough College, and the preferred royal option, William and Harry’s all-boys school, Eton.
However, it looks like another contender is being added to the list, as the Prince and Princess of Wales made a quiet but exciting visit to a historic school in Northamptonshire. According to The Sun, the £59,000-a-year Oundle school was founded in 1556 and has a beekeeping club.
Given the age of the school, it features Jane Austen-style architecture and has opportunities to excel in various other co-curricular activities.
“William and Kate’s visit was terribly exciting,” a source told the outlet. “They are considering other schools but the people of Oundle have their fingers crossed that George starts here in September.”
They added: “The city would be very proud if he attended school here.”
The final decision will not be known until the announcement from Kensington Palace, which will be made at the last minute.
