The Prince and Princess of Wales have now confirmed that their eldest son, Prince George, is heading to Eton College at the start of the next academic year.
The young royal will be following in the footsteps of both his father, Prince William, and his uncle, Prince Harry, as both royals also studied at the institution founded in 1440.
But what can George expect during his time at Eton, and what is the young royal set to be studying?
According to Eton's website, the young royal will have an incredible 28 subjects to get stuck into, including "nine Modern and Classical Languages". Among the subjects on offer are traditional ones like English literature, mathematics and the three sciences: biology, chemistry and physics.
The rest of the curriculum consists of Ancient History, Latin, Greek, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Russian, Spanish, Mandarin, Arabic, History (medieval, early modern or modern), History of Art, Geography, Design, Art, Music, Theology, Theatre Studies, Economics, Government and Politics, Music Technology and Computer Science.
However, studying at Eton isn't just about academic prowess, as students are also taught to value the importance of education. Their website explains that sending a student to university without "a love of learning" leaves them "woefully underprepared". It adds: "It is crucial that boys enjoy their studies, thrive and have fun, rather than leave feeling burnt out and disengaged."
This doesn't mean that it's unimportant, as the website begins by saying: "Examination results matter. We understand this and encourage all our boys to aspire to academic excellence. Our record in enabling boys to achieve the qualifications they need to access the best universities across the globe speaks for itself."
How will George study?
While at Lambrook, the young royal would have had contact with a personal teacher; at Eton, he will study under House Masters and Tutors, allowing two adults to supervise his studying.
While his parents would have supervised George's homework time beforehand, at Eton, he'll be the one in charge of when he completes this. Dedicated time is set aside, but the culture is designed to foster independence, with George needed to plan his free time accordingly in order to make sure it's all completed.
© Tim Graham Photo Library via GetThere will be regular internal reporting on George's progress with his studies, before he sits 'Trials', internal examinations in all of his subjects that take place at the end of the Michaelmas and Summer Halves. The only time this changes is when external examinations are taking place.
However, the royal will sit one examination as soon as he starts his tenure at the institution. This assessment is designed to test whether a student will need additional support during their time at Eton, although students can be referred for learning support at any time during their studies.
Outside studies
Alongside George's academic studies, Eton also hosts a "co-curriculum", which includes "Drama, the CCF, volunteering and a plethora of other activities from debating and bridge to polo and climbing".
When it comes to the extra-curricular activities, Eton focuses on participation, performance and enjoyment. It also focuses on allowing all students at the institution to get involved with an activity, not just those who are already excelling at it.
© Tim Graham Photo Library via GetThis extensive curriculum also means that the boys studying there can indulge in as many extra activities as they wish, as opposed to limiting themselves to just one. On Eton's website, a former pupil named Rufus said: "To be at a school where I can have a choir practice in the morning, rugby training in the afternoon, followed by Wall Game, a band practice and a Society talk all in one day is something one will simply not be able to do later in life."
Students can expect 25 sports, 50 music ensembles and choirs, 18 plays staged each year and 300 society meetings each year.
