With Christmas just around the horizon, millions of people all over the world are gearing up for the celebrations and the most wonderful time of year.
The British royal family is no exception. Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis are taking a well-deserved break from school and using it to bond with one another and their parents.
Prince George, on the other hand, is busy studying for his ISEB multiple-choice exam, which covers verbal and nonverbal reasoning, maths, and English.
This is an important test to take because it serves as a “sub-selection process” for admission to prestigious schools like Eton.
The young prince and his parents had already been seen visiting Eton, but it is unclear if they will elect to enroll George at this particular college or if he and his sister will eventually follow in his mother’s footsteps and attend boarding school together at Marlborough College.
“After years of discussion and heated debates between William, Kate, and King Charles III, the family has made a choice,” a royal source informed Life & Style. “They’ve agreed that he and sister Charlotte will go to boarding school together.
“While the royal family expected George to follow in William’s footsteps, Kate had the final say.” They will both be students at Marlborough. This way, George and Charlotte will have a few years of overlap at the same school.
“Kate has fond memories of her time there and believes it is a better fit for her children,” the source explained. “Kate has always wanted children to enjoy a more traditional upbringing than William did. She is fully aware that George’s life will change dramatically in just a few years.”
George may now enjoy the holiday celebrations.
On December 8, Princess Kate hosted the spectacular Carol service at Westminster Abbey for the third consecutive year.
The Palace made the announcement a month ago: “the service will be a moment to thank all those who work to support babies, young children, and families in our communities across the UK and a celebration of the golden opportunity that the birth of a new baby brings.”
Hosting this service increased Kate’s popularity. Speaking to The Mirror, public relations expert Andrew Bloch stated, “What Kate has done brilliantly is elevate her status and position within the broader royal family brand.” “Having a slot on Christmas Eve is evidence of her appeal.”
“If ITV didn’t think there would be an audience interest in that, they wouldn’t give her that position, which is a prime time slot over the Christmas season. She is presenting herself as a major member of the royal family and developing her own brand, which is not necessarily a conscious power move.
He went on to say, “Through her activities over the last few years, she’s truly begun to win a place in the nation’s hearts. We’ve gotten to know her as more than simply Prince William’s wife; she’s also the Princess of Wales and a unique personality.
“Having this audience will undoubtedly lead to an increase in popularity, and everything she does boosts her brand, but it’s done in a very natural way, not forced. She’s genuinely compassionate and authentic, and I believe people are getting to know her more and enjoying it.
As expected, the royal children were present. The three brothers wrote their words and wishes for children who may be struggling with Christmas and placed them in a special card box. They also got to see singers Beverley Knight and Adam Lamberg perform.
Their outfits were impeccable as always, but one thing that caught the attention of many was Prince George’s height.
“I know perspective distorts but isn’t George getting tall!” one person wrote.
Another added, “How fast Prince George is growing!”
This is not the first time the public has reacted to George’s height.
Earlier this year, the Royal Family went to St George’s Chapel in Windsor for the Easter service, the first time since Queen Elizabeth’s passing.
Many people were struck by how different Prince George looked from last year’s Easter service, as well as when he appeared at his late great-grandmother’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations.
He clutched his parents’ hands as they marched towards St George’s Chapel last year, and he is marching in front of his family this year.
George, the second-in-line to the throne, is rapidly maturing and becoming increasingly conscious of the life that awaits him. His parents ensure that he has a normal childhood while also preparing him for his eventual role as a monarch and King.