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Homeschool legal: ✅ Yes ·Last verified: 2026-03 ·State code: WI

Overview

Instruction days
No minimum requirement
Legal status
Homeschooling is legal in this state
Regulatory body
Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI)
Official website
https://dpi.wi.gov/parental-education-options/home-based

Notice Requirements

Notice required
Yes — notice must be filed
Deadline
By October 15 each year. The PI-1206 Homeschool Report must be filed with the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) reporting enrollment as of the third Friday in September.
Frequency
Annual — must re-file each school year
Reporting
Required (annually)

Assessment Requirements

Assessment required
No — assessment is optional

Curriculum & Qualifications

Required subjects
ReadingLanguage ArtsMathematicsSocial StudiesScienceHealth
Teacher qualifications
No specific teaching credentials required
Portfolio
No portfolio requirement

Additional Notes

Wisconsin is considered low-regulation. The only hard requirements are: (1) file annual PI-1206 by October 15, (2) provide 875 hours of instruction, and (3) deliver a sequentially progressive curriculum in 6 subject areas. No assessments, no teacher credentials, no subject-by-subject approval.

Tips for Homeschooling in Wisconsin

  1. 1

    File your notice on time: "By October 15 each year. The PI-1206 Homeschool Report must be filed with the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) reporting enrollment as of the third Friday in September.". Set a calendar reminder 2 weeks before to prepare documents.

  2. 2

    No formal assessment is required in Wisconsin. Consider voluntary portfolio tracking to document your child's progress for college applications.

  3. 3

    Join a local Wisconsin homeschool co-op or support group. Peer connections help with curriculum sharing, field trips, and social opportunities for your learner.

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Disclaimer: This information is provided for educational purposes only and may not reflect the most current regulations. Always verify requirements directly with Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) or a qualified education attorney.