Homeschooling in New Hampshire, planned for you
Start with a clear view of New Hampshire'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 New Hampshire and your local district before acting.
New Hampshire 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.
- Send a one-time written notice to a participating agency—the district superintendent, a nonpublic-school principal, or the education commissioner.
- Teach science, mathematics, language, government, history, health, reading, writing, spelling, U.S. and New Hampshire constitutional history, and exposure to art and music.
- New Hampshire does not set a separate homeschool day or hour minimum.
- Complete an annual evaluation by standardized test, certified-teacher review, or another method agreed with the participating agency; keep the result for at least two years.
- Parents do not need a teaching credential or degree.
Filing dates to put on your calendar
- Notify within five business days of beginning; a new notice is needed after moving to a different district or changing the participating agency.
Governing authority: New Hampshire Revised Statutes Annotated Chapter 193-A. Local procedures and alternative legal options can add detail.
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New Hampshire homeschool FAQ
The short version of the questions parents ask before filing, choosing subjects, and setting the school calendar.
Is homeschooling legal in New Hampshire?
Yes. Homeschooling is legal in New Hampshire when a family follows the applicable compulsory-education rules. Send a one-time written notice to a participating agency—the district superintendent, a nonpublic-school principal, or the education commissioner. 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 New Hampshire?
Send a one-time written notice to a participating agency—the district superintendent, a nonpublic-school principal, or the education commissioner.
What subjects are required for homeschoolers in New Hampshire?
Teach science, mathematics, language, government, history, health, reading, writing, spelling, U.S. and New Hampshire constitutional history, and exposure to art and music.
How many homeschool days or hours are required in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire does not set a separate homeschool day or hour minimum.
Does New Hampshire require homeschool testing or a portfolio?
Complete an annual evaluation by standardized test, certified-teacher review, or another method agreed with the participating agency; keep the result for at least two years.
Informational, not legal advice. Laws, agency forms, and local procedures can change. Verify current requirements with the relevant New Hampshire agency and your local district.
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