According to royal expert Ian Pelham Turner, William appears to lean toward Eton, the traditional all-boys school long known for educating members of the aristocracy and political elite.

Adelaide Cottage, located conveniently near the family’s home in Windsor Home Park, makes Eton an attractive option for William, offering both prestige and security. It seems like a natural choice in his view.

However, as Chard points out, Princess Catherine is thought to be advocating for a different route—one that provides a co-educational setting, which she believes would be more relaxed and supportive.

“School days for Kate at times were not the happiest as she experienced bullying, so she leaned more towards a less conventional education for George than William,” Turner explained.

Marlborough College, which Catherine and her siblings attended, aligns with this vision. It’s known for being more flexible than Eton, while still upholding strong academic standards.

The differing opinions of Catherine and William on their son’s education go beyond just school reputations—they reflect broader concerns. For Catherine, George’s emotional well-being seems to be the top priority, while William tends to emphasize tradition and structure.

British royal expert Hilary Fordwich also believes Catherine wants to give her son as normal an upbringing as possible. “She was raised with strong family bonds and, therefore, prefers him to be at school with his siblings. She also would prefer Prince George to live at home versus a boarding school, a tradition for many generations of the royal family,” Fordwich observed.

With four terms left at Lambrook School, where George currently studies with his younger siblings, the question of his next school is still in the spotlight, especially as the couple weighs both their personal preferences and logistical concerns.

Royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams added, “The traditional choice would be Eton, a prestigious boys’ boarding school where the Dukes of Gloucester and Kent, Prince Michael of Kent, as well as Diana’s brother, Earl Spencer, and her father were educated.”

Fitzwilliams also pointed out that the decision about George’s school will likely reflect how his parents envision the monarchy’s future.

However, adhering to tradition is not an absolute rule, especially given that Prince William himself broke with precedent by choosing Eton over Gordonstoun.

It’s worth noting that when Charles went to Gordonstoun, he became the first Prince of Wales to receive a formal school education instead of being tutored privately. The school also holds the honor of being the first senior institution to educate a British monarch.

As the family continues their search and deliberations, it remains to be seen whether the couple will find a compromise or if one parent’s vision will eventually take precedence.