By Gryffindor, the bravest were
Prized far beyond the rest;

Said Gryffindor, "We'll teach all those with brave deeds to their name."

The bravest and the boldest
Went to daring Gryffindor.

For Ravenclaw, the cleverest
would always be the best;

Said Ravenclaw, "We'll teach those whose intelligence is surest"

And only those of sharpest mind
Were taught by Ravenclaw.

For Hufflepuff, hard workers were
Most worthy of admission;

Said Hufflepuff, "I'll teach the lot
And treat them just the same."

Good Hufflepuff, she took the rest
and taught them all she knew.