Prince George's future uncertain as William and Catherine visit boarding schools

The Prince and Princess of Wales recently visited Oundle School in Northamptonshire as they examine potential secondary schools for their eldest son, Prince George, according to insider information.

The 12-year-old is set to finish his studies at Lambrook School in Berkshire by summer, with a school decision anticipated before September.

Their tour of the renowned £59,000-a-year school has generated significant buzz in the area, with locals eager for the possibility of the future king becoming part of their community.

A representative for the royal duo opted not to comment to the Sun concerning their visit to the historic boarding institution.

Oundle School, with roots dating back to 1556, stands as one of the oldest educational institutions in England.

Students at the school can choose from a diverse array of extracurricular activities, ranging from beekeeping to jazz bands and a pipe orchestra.

One of its notable alumni includes Iron Maiden's lead singer Bruce Dickinson, who was a student there in the 1970s.

The school also counts England rugby players Ben and Tom Curry, evolutionary biologist Richard Dawkins, Timpson chairman Sir John Timpson, and BBC correspondent Damian Grammaticas among its alumni.

Distinguished faculty members have included rugby World Cup champion Danny Grewcock and former England cricketer John Crawley.

An insider revealed to the Sun: "The visit from William and Kate was incredibly thrilling.

"While they’re exploring other schools, folks in Oundle are hopeful that George might start here this September.

"The community would be absolutely delighted if he attended here."

The Good Schools Guide describes the boarding school as having "deliciously Jane Austen-style architecture sans the associated pretentiousness".

This implies a school with historic allure and a down-to-earth character, unlike some of its more privileged counterparts.

In the past, there has been speculation that Prince George might follow in his father’s footsteps to Eton College, conveniently located near Windsor Castle, while Marlborough College, where his mother attended, has also been considered.

Oundle is situated roughly 100 miles from the Wales family’s Forest Lodge residence in Windsor, indicating that George might need to board if he chooses to attend there.

The institution began admitting girls in 1990, suggesting that Princess Charlotte, who is 11, could later join her brother, with Prince Louis, aged eight, possibly following them as well.