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- Eton College (/ ˈiːtən / ⓘ) is a public school (fee-charging and boarding for secondary school age boys) in Eton, Berkshire, England.
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Eton College. Coordinates: 51.492°N 0.608°W. Eton College ( / ˈiːtən / ⓘ) [3] is a public school (fee-charging and boarding for secondary school age boys) in Eton, Berkshire, England.
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Created to celebrate the 600th anniversary of his birth at Windsor in December 1421, an exhibition held in Eton’s Verey Gallery from 20 November 2021 to 8 May 2022 sought to explore Henry’s life and his achievements, with a focus on what has been described as one of the only good things to come out of his reign – the foundation of Eton College. Thi...
Originally, the boys were taught Latin and Latin alone, although Greek was added to the curriculum in the early 17thcentury. They were taught in Lower School and were as young as five years old. The school day began at 5am with prayers, before lessons began at 6am. Lessons finally finished at 8pm, and there was a single hour of play allowed each da...
During the reign of George III, the school continued to grow. King George was a frequent visitor to the school and regularly entertained the boys at Windsor Castle. As a result, his birthday, the Fourth of June, became a major celebration at Eton and continues to be an important event in the school calendar, marked with speeches, cricket, and the p...
By the mid-19thcentury, however, changes were long overdue. In 1851, the first new subject had been added to the curriculum – mathematics, but many other areas needed improvements. The Clarendon Commission of 1861 led to significant changes including better accommodation, a wider curriculum and better-qualified staff. As a result, by 1891 there wer...
In the 20th century, more changes were made. Greater emphasis was placed on academic ability over family connections, widening access by recognising merit and potential, the Founder’s original aims. The value of extra-curricular activities was officially acknowledged, sports facilities were improved, and a theatre and concert hall added. The 21stce...
Apr 14, 2021 · Eton College, a boys' boarding school in the town of Windsor on the western edge of London, has captured the British imagination in films, books and TV for decades. Why should...
Jul 6, 2023 · Eton, which was founded in 1440 and teaches boys ages 13 to 18, has long been a symbol of British tradition and continuity, with its campus in the shadow of Windsor Castle, its elitist quirks and ...
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Dec 31, 2022 · 63.8K subscribers. Subscribed. 287. 10K views 1 year ago ETON COLLEGE. Eton is a town in the county of Berkshire, England, located on the opposite side of the River Thames from Windsor Castle. It...
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Eton College is at the top end of Eton High Street, on the other side of the river from Windsor. Just a fifteen minute stroll from Windsor Castle and a great way to complement your visit to Windsor. Eton College Eton College tours Eton Town.
SEN. Destinations & careers. Eton College. Windsor. Berkshire. SL4 6DW. Head: Mr Simon Henderson. T 01753 370611. E admissions@etoncollege.org.uk. W www.etoncollege.com. Eton College is an English independent boarding school for boys in the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead.
