Homeschooling in New Hampshire

A practical starting point for New Hampshire families: what to file, what to track, and what state funding (if any) you can use.

At a glance

Laws & requirements

Low Regulation

Notify a participating agency annually. Submit one form of evaluation each year.

ESA & funding

Limited / Targeted

Education Freedom Account — income-based. Approx. ~$5,200 (state per-pupil base) per student.

In-depth guides

In-depth guide

New Hampshire homeschool laws

Notification, record-keeping, testing, and umbrella-school rules for New Hampshire families.

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In-depth guide

New Hampshire homeschool funding

Eligibility, award amounts, and application timelines for New Hampshire's ESA and scholarship programs.

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Getting started in New Hampshire

A high-level checklist tailored to New Hampshire’s rules. Specifics like form numbers and deadlines live in the in-depth state laws guide above.

1
Understand New Hampshire's homeschool requirements
All homeschool families in New Hampshire follow the same legal pathway. Notify a participating agency annually. Submit one form of evaluation each year. There is no separate umbrella-school or charter option.
2
Notify a participating agency
File annual notice with one participating agency — your local district, the state Department of Education, or a private school principal.
3
Submit annual evaluation
Provide one form of annual evaluation accepted by your participating agency — standardized test, teacher evaluation, or equivalent.
4
Choose curriculum and plan your year
Choose curriculum that fits your child's grade level and any required subjects, then sketch a year-long plan you can adjust as you go.
5
Check eligibility for Education Freedom Account
New Hampshire offers a limited or income-targeted program. Review the program's eligibility rules and award timing before counting on the funds for your school year.

Frequently asked

Do I need to notify the state to homeschool in New Hampshire?

Yes — but the requirement is light. Most families file a one-page notice or affidavit each year with the state or local district.

Does New Hampshire require homeschool standardized testing?

Standardized testing is generally not required at the state level, though some districts or umbrella schools may ask for it.

Can homeschool families in New Hampshire access ESA or scholarship funding?

New Hampshire offers Education Freedom Account (Income-based). Households up to 350% of federal poverty (~$112k for a family of four).

How do I withdraw my child from public school in New Hampshire?

Send a written withdrawal letter to the school's principal or registrar. Keep a dated copy. Once you have filed any state-required notice, your child is considered a homeschooler and the public school no longer needs to mark them absent.