Homeschooling in Kentucky, planned for you
Start with a clear view of Kentucky's notice, subject, attendance, assessment, and recordkeeping rules—then turn them into a homeschool year that works for your family.
Last reviewed August 5, 2026. This guide is informational, not legal advice; verify requirements with Kentucky and your local district before acting.
Kentucky requirements at a glance
This is the parent-led route most families use. If you enroll through an umbrella, private school, tutor, or public program, that option may have different rules.
- Notify the local superintendent each year that the child is attending a private homeschool and list enrolled students.
- Teach reading, writing, spelling, grammar, history, mathematics, science, and civics in English.
- Provide at least 1,062 instructional hours across no fewer than 170 days.
- No statewide homeschool test or portfolio submission is required; keep scholarship and progress records.
- Parents do not need a teaching credential or degree.
Filing dates to put on your calendar
- Send the annual private-school attendance letter within two weeks of the start of the local public-school year.
Governing authority: Kentucky Revised Statutes §§ 158.080, 159.030, and 159.040. Local procedures and alternative legal options can add detail.
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Kentucky homeschool FAQ
The short version of the questions parents ask before filing, choosing subjects, and setting the school calendar.
Is homeschooling legal in Kentucky?
Yes. Homeschooling is legal in Kentucky when a family follows the applicable compulsory-education rules. Notify the local superintendent each year that the child is attending a private homeschool and list enrolled students. Requirements can change, so verify your plan with the relevant state agency or local district before you begin.
Do I need to notify the state or district to homeschool in Kentucky?
Notify the local superintendent each year that the child is attending a private homeschool and list enrolled students.
What subjects are required for homeschoolers in Kentucky?
Teach reading, writing, spelling, grammar, history, mathematics, science, and civics in English.
How many homeschool days or hours are required in Kentucky?
Provide at least 1,062 instructional hours across no fewer than 170 days.
Does Kentucky require homeschool testing or a portfolio?
No statewide homeschool test or portfolio submission is required; keep scholarship and progress records.
Informational, not legal advice. Laws, agency forms, and local procedures can change. Verify current requirements with the relevant Kentucky agency and your local district.
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