Hogwarts School of Withchraft and Wizardry
Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, often shortened to Hogwarts, was the British wizarding school located in the Scottish Highlands. Founded in the 10th century, Hogwarts was regarded as one of the finest institutions of magic in the wizarding world, alongside other notable schools including Beauxbatons Academy of Magic, the Durmstrang Institute and Ilvermorny School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, among others collectively forming the eleven long-established and prestigious wizarding schools worldwide. Any magical children residing in Great Britain or Ireland who had reached the age of eleven by the start of the incoming term were accepted as students. They were registered by the Quill of Acceptance and Book of Admittance when they first displayed magical ability, and their acceptance was confirmed by owl post at age eleven. However, if the child in question was Muggle-born or raised by Muggles, like Harry Potter, with no knowledge of the wizarding world, a special messenger from the school visited the child and his or her family to inform them of their magical heritage and the existence of the wizarding world.It was also possible for students to transfer to the school. The precise location of the school could never be uncovered because it was rendered Unplottable. To Muggles, the school appeared to be an old, abandoned castle. Similarly, most wizarding schools' locations were protected in order to protect the students and schools themselves from any harm. It was a state-owned school, funded by the British Ministry of Magic. The school's motto was Draco Dormiens Nunquam Titillandus (Draco Dormiens Nvnqvam Titillandvs), which, translated from Latin, means "Never tickle a sleeping dragon".
Rulebook
Attendance & Behaviour
Students must attend all classes, meals, and assemblies that they are scheduled for. Only a written note from the headmaster, deputy headmaster or a head of house can excuse nonattendance. Students are expected to maintain decorum and be on their best behaviour at all times. Both physical and verbal violence are strictly prohibited. Deliberate vandalism will result in a suspension. The consumption of alcohol and the usage of drugs and tobacco are strictly prohibited. Students are required to remain seated at their own house tables during breakfast and dinner for the duration of the meal. Students are only allowed to bring either an owl, frog or cat to Hogwarts. Exceptions can be made in accordance with one's head of house. Magical Abilities & Potion Brewing The usage of magic is only permitted in relation to one's studies. This usage is limited to classrooms, common rooms and other study areas. Magic that is not related to studies may only be cast with the permission and supervision of a faculty member. The brewing and usage of potions is only permitted in relation to one's studies. Duelling shall only occur during a meeting of the duelling club and under the supervision of a faculty member. Students always have the right to use magic to defend themselves, or to respond to an emergency.Uniforms
Students shall remain in their uniform throughout the day. The uniform for boys consists of robes, a blazer, a house jumper, a white shirt, a house tie, black slacks and a pair of dress shoes. The uniform for girls consists of robes, a blazer, a house jumper, a white shirt, a house tie, a black skirt and a pair of Mary Janes. Robes may be removed outside of class or assemblies. Headbands, hairties and small jewelry (i.e. necklaces, rings and earrings) are permitted. Tattoos are expected to be covered at all times. Piercings must be removed or covered at all times, this excludes small earrings. Headboys & Headgirls, prefects and quidditch captains are expected to wear their assigned badges at all times. Students may wear casual clothing within decorum during the weekends or holidays.Regulated Areas
Curfew: Students must be in their common rooms by 10:00 pm. Students may not leave their common rooms until 06:00 am. Prefects may only be out of their common rooms if they are scheduled for patrol duty. If a student is caught breaking the curfew without proper reasoning they will be sent to their head of house or the caretaker. The staffroom is off limits to all students. Students may only enter a professor's office under their supervision. Prefects may enter faculty areas if investigating another student or in case of emergency. Students are not permitted to leave Hogwarts grounds. Students may leave with the headmaster's permission, if collected by a parent or guardian. Third years and up may visit Hogsmeade during the weekends with a permission slip from one's parent or guardian. Students shall only enter the forbidden forest when escorted by a faculty member. The restricted section is only accessible for older students with a written note by a professor. Students are prohibited from entering common rooms or dormitories other than their own. All common rooms have protective measures to keep unwanted guests out. Boys and girls are prohibited from visiting each other's dormitories. Prefects are allowed to enter any common room or dormitory in case of an emergency.Awarding of House Points & Deduction of House Points
Correct answer during a class +002 Giving attitude to a Professor or Prefect -005 Succesfully ompleting a practical assignment in class +005 Disobedience -005 Tutoring other students +005 Casting spells without supervision -010 Showing House spirit +005 Uniform violation -010 Excellent knowledge on a subject +010 Skipping class without notice -015 Reporting issues to Faculty or Prefects +010 Smoking on School Grounds -015 Winning a Quidditch Game +050 Being out after Curfew -015 Winning the Quidditch cup +150 Being intoxicated on School Grounds (17+) -020 Fighting or Duelling -020 Being intoxicated on School Grounds (17-) -035 Leaving School Grounds without permission -050
