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New Hampshire

Moderate

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

Overview

Instruction days
No minimum requirement
Legal status
Homeschooling is legal in this state
Regulatory body
New Hampshire Department of Education / Participating Agency (local superintendent, nonpublic school principal, or state commissioner)
Official website
https://www.education.nh.gov/who-we-are/division-of-learner-support/bureau-of-instructional-support/home-education

Notice Requirements

Notice required
Yes — notice must be filed
Deadline
Written notice of intent filed within 5 days of commencing a home education program, and within 5 days of moving to a new school district. Also notify within 15 days of terminating the program.
Frequency
One-time only — file once when you begin
Reporting
No reporting required

Assessment Requirements

Assessment required
Yes
Accepted methods
  • Written evaluation by a certified teacher or a teacher employed by a nonpublic school
  • Results of a national standardized achievement test
  • Results of a state student assessment test
  • Other valid measurement tool mutually agreed upon by the parent and the participating agency

Curriculum & Qualifications

Required subjects
ScienceMathematicsLanguage (reading, writing, spelling)GovernmentHistoryHealthReadingWritingSpellingConstitutional History (New Hampshire and U.S.)Art (exposure)Music (exposure)
Teacher qualifications
No specific teaching credentials required
Portfolio
Portfolio must be maintained and may be reviewed

Additional Notes

New Hampshire is a relatively low-burden state despite having an assessment requirement. Annual evaluations are kept by parents and not submitted to authorities unless specifically requested. The 2-year portfolio retention and subject requirements are the main ongoing obligations. The New Hampshire Home Educators Association (NHHEA) is a key resource. Choosing a nonpublic school principal as the participating agency is widely recommended to reduce state oversight. Compulsory ages: 6–18.

Tips for Homeschooling in New Hampshire

  1. 1

    File your notice on time: "Written notice of intent filed within 5 days of commencing a home education program, and within 5 days of moving to a new school district. Also notify within 15 days of terminating the program.". Set a calendar reminder 2 weeks before to prepare documents.

  2. 2

    Choose your assessment method early. Options include: Written evaluation by a certified teacher or a teacher employed by a nonpublic school, Results of a national standardized achievement test. Many families find portfolio reviews the least stressful.

  3. 3

    Join a local New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire Department of Education / Participating Agency (local superintendent, nonpublic school principal, or state commissioner) or a qualified education attorney.