Number of Students

[davewitley]

No: HPFGUIDX 35419

Penny wrote:

> I mention this not to cut off discussion, but merely to point out 
that 
> this particular issue has been discussed quite alot in the past and 
a 
> summary of the various arguments and theories can be found in the 
> Student Population section of the Hogwarts FAQ:
> 
> > http://www.i2k.com/~svderark/lexicon/faq/hogwarts.html

...which is well worth reading.

However, may I point out that another recent thread has been 'What do 
they learn in Arithmancy?'

Surely it's obvious: 10 x 4 x 7 = 1000.

That's pretty strong magic.

David, wondering if the Astronomy lessons can explain hours of daylit 
Quidditch practice after school in winter, pitch black mornings at 
5am in midsummer, and nightfall ten minutes after sunset in June 
(when Sirius catches Ron).