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Charles III. Early Life and Education
Early Life and Education
This timeline outlines the key events and milestones in King Charles III's early life and education, highlighting his unique experiences and the circumstances that shaped his early years.
November 14, 1948
Birth
King Charles III was born to Princess Elizabeth (later Queen Elizabeth II) and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, at 9:14 PM.
1952
Accession of Mother to the Throne
Following the death of his grandfather, King George VI, Charles's mother ascended to the throne, making Charles the heir apparent at the age of four.
November 7, 1956
First Heir to Attend School
Charles became the first heir apparent to attend school instead of receiving a private education, starting at Hill House School in west London.
Late 1950s to Early 1960s
Education at Cheam and Gordonstoun
Charles attended Cheam Preparatory School in Hampshire and later Gordonstoun in the Scottish Highlands, where he experienced bullying that he described as 'absolute hell'.
