Royal biographer Andrew Morton told the Daily Mail’s Palace Confidential that Prince George is shaping up to eclipse Prince Harry’s children in public attention. He added that the 12‑year‑old’s looks and growing profile could make him the most prominent member of the next generation of royals.

Morton Forecasts Prince George Will Eclipse Harry’s Children

Morton argued that the “fevered interest” in George’s schooling signals a shift in the royal hierarchy, with William’s offspring gaining ascendancy while Harry’s visibility wanes. He quoted Prince Harry’s long‑standing fear of being outshone by his brother’s children, noting that the younger prince’s handsome appearance only fuels the narrative. According to the biographer, the public’s fascination with George is already “steady[ly] confirming” Harry’s concerns .

Oundle School Proposed as George’s Next Academic Home

Morton suggested Oundle School in Northamptonshire as a fitting secondary institutiion for the future king. He highlighted that the £59,000‑a‑year co‑educational boarding school would allow Princess Charlotte to follow her brother through the same doors, creating a unified family education path . Oundle, which has held a Royal Charter since 1930,has never hosted a royal pupil, making George potentially the first male heir to attend a mixed‑sex secondary school.

Potential Pushback Over a Co‑educational Setting

Editor‑at‑Large Richard Kay raised a practical concern: a mixed environment could generate unwanted media attention, especially if George were photographed in a teenage romance. Kay warned that an all‑boys school might avoid “awkward opportunities” for sensationalist coverage ... The comment underscores the delicate balance between modernising royal education and protecting the prince’s privacy.

Traditional Choices Remain Viable: Eton Still in the Mix

Despite Morton’s enthusiasm for Oundle, he acknowledged that Eton College—where Prince William studied and which sits literally above the Waleses’ residence—remains a strong contender. morton noted that William’s own “modern, progressive” reputation could make a non‑traditional school attractive , yet he admitted that the royal family’s historic ties to Eton cannot be dismissed lightly.

Unanswered Questions About the Future King’s Path

Who will ultimately decide George’s secondary school—his parents, the palace, or an advisory council? And will the choice set a precedent for future heirs to attend co‑educational institutions? The source does not reveal any official statements from the royal household, leaving these critical decisions in speculation.