Why does Hogwarts have houses?

Because Hogwarts is British, and the vast majority of British schools have houses. The House system at my current school is very important to the school and is very Hogwarts-esque. read more

Because Hogwarts is British, and the vast majority of British schools have houses. The House system at my current school is very important to the school and is very Hogwarts-esque. House Competitions like House Football, House Tennis, House [Sport] and, at the moment, House Drama are massive events in the school year and encourage working together with your house and just a bit of friendly rivalry. read more

Sigh. The four houses of Hogwarts date back to its founding fathers as it were. Sorting is a continuation of the original founders' ideals. Furthermore, Slytherin is merely the house for ambitious pure and half-blood wizards, and the Dark Arts are an attraction to a certain type of wizard. Slytherin is merely the House of Voldemort. read more

Houses. Hogwarts is divided into four houses, each bearing the last name of its founder: Godric Gryffindor, Salazar Slytherin, Rowena Ravenclaw and Helga Hufflepuff. Throughout the school year, the houses compete for the House Cup, gaining and losing points based on actions such as performance in class and rule violations. read more