Eton facts for kids

Eton is a name that can mean several different things! It's often used for places, especially towns and schools. When you see "Eton," it usually refers to one of the following:

• Eton, Berkshire: This is a small town in England. It's located in the county of Berkshire, right across the River Thames from the larger town of Windsor. Eton is famous for its historic buildings and its connection to a very well-known school.
• Eton College: This is a very old and famous independent school for boys in Eton, Berkshire, England. It was founded way back in 1440 by King Henry VI. Many important people, including members of the British Royal Family and several Prime Ministers, have studied there.
• Eton College (Vancouver, British Columbia): This is a private career college located in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It offers programs in business, hospitality, and tourism.
• Eton Corporation: This is a company based in the United States. They are known for importing and making shortwave radios, which are special radios that can pick up signals from very far away.
• Eton Educational Institute: This is a language and teacher training school. It is located in Knowledge Village, Dubai, which is part of the United Arab Emirates.
• Eton, Georgia: This is a small town in the United States. It's located in Murray County, Georgia.
• Eton Group: This refers to a group of independent schools in Britain. These schools are not funded by the government and often have a long history.
• "The Eton Rifles": This is a famous song by a British band called The Jam. It was released in 1979 and was one of their first songs to become very popular in the UK.

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In Spanish: Eton para niños