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Homeschooling in New Hampshire

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Low requirements Notice required Last verified May 26, 2026

At a glance

Notice

Required

Curriculum

See details

Testing

See details

Teacher

No qualifications

Overview

Homeschooling in New Hampshire is governed by New Hampshire Revised Statutes section 193-A. New Hampshire gives families the option of filing with either the local school district or the state DOE — whichever is more convenient. Annual assessment is required but multiple options are available. No teacher qualifications are required.

Telling the authorities

Notice is required

Who: Local school district or New Hampshire Department of Education

When: Before beginning homeschooling and annually by August 1

How to do it

Submit a Notice of Intent to either your local school district or directly to the New Hampshire DOE. Annual renewal required by August 1.

Requirements

Curriculum
Must provide instruction in science, mathematics, language, government, history, health, reading, writing, spelling, United States and New Hampshire history, and exposure to and appreciation of art and music.
Testing
Annual assessment required. Options include standardised test, portfolio review, or assessment by a licensed educator. Results submitted annually.
Record keeping
Must maintain records of curriculum and assessment results.
Teacher
No qualifications required.

Recent changes

New Hampshire requires annual notification and assessment but no teacher qualifications. Families can file with either the local district or state DOE giving flexibility. Requirements have been stable in recent years.

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