Here's the breakdown:
The Official Rules:
* Magical Abilities are Required: The fundamental requirement for attending Hogwarts is possessing magical abilities. This means you must be born with magic.
* Muggle-born Students: The wizarding world does allow muggle-born students (children born to non-magical parents) to attend Hogwarts. However, they must still have inherent magic.
The "Ordinary" Dilemma:
* "Ordinary" is Subjective: "Ordinary" is a relative term. What's considered "ordinary" in the muggle world might be considered "extraordinary" in the wizarding world.
* Beyond Magic: Even within the wizarding world, there are many aspects that could be considered "ordinary" or "extraordinary" depending on the individual, such as family background, wealth, or social standing.
So, can "ordinary" kids join Hogwarts?
It depends on what you mean by "ordinary." If you mean "born without magic," then the answer is no. If you mean "ordinary" in the sense of being a muggle-born student, then the answer is yes, as long as they have magic.
Ultimately, the question of "ordinary" in the context of Hogwarts is more about perspective than absolute truth.