A wand alone isn’t quite going to cut it at Hogwarts. For Potions, first-years also need ‘1 cauldron (pewter, standard size 2)’ and we’re not sure Snape would be very pleased if a student forgot to pack it! Aside from a cauldron, the school list also says:

• 1 set glass or crystal phials


• 1 telescope


• 1 set brass scales

These last three sound pretty breakable, so best pack them carefully!