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<\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nHomeschooling in Kentucky Overview<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\nLetter of Intent Required: Yes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n1 Option for Homeschooling: Non-Public School<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nSubject or Curriculum Requirements: Yes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nAttendance Age Requirements: 6-18<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nRecord-Keeping Requirements: Yes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nAssessments or Evaluations Required: No<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nProof of Immunization Required: No<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nTable of Contents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\nKentucky Homeschooling Laws and Regulations
<\/strong>How to Start Homeschooling<\/a>
Letter of Intent<\/a>
Mandatory School Age<\/a>
Subject Requirements<\/a>
Attendance Requirements<\/a>
Record-Keeping Requirements<\/a>
Evaluations and Assessments<\/a>
Required Immunizations<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nResources for Homeschooling Families in Kentucky <\/strong>
Homeschool Groups and Co-ops<\/a>
Sports Opportunities<\/a>
Homeschool Field Trips<\/a>
Special Education Homeschoolers<\/a>
How Our Curriculum Can Help<\/a>
Homeschool FAQ <\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4.png\")
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The state of Kentucky does not have a specific homeschool statute. Instead, home educators teach their students under the same laws that apply to other non-public schools. Here are the basic requirements for homeschooling as a non-public school in Kentucky:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- File an annual notice of intent to homeschool.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Name your homeschool.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Maintain attendance and scholarship records.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Provide instruction hours equivalent to that of the local district, at least 1,062 hours per school year.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Offer instruction in the English language in reading, writing, spelling, grammar, history, mathematics, science, and civics.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Find more information on these requirements in this guide or refer to the Kentucky Homeschool Packet<\/a> provided by the Department of Education.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\nLetter of Intent for Homeschooling in Kentucky<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
You must notify your local school district in writing each year of your intent to homeschool. The state recommends sending this letter via certified mail and keeping a copy for your records. See a sample notice of intent letter here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nNaming Your Homeschool<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Kentucky law requires you to establish a \u201cbona fide\u201d school for your children, including choosing a name. You may choose any name you like but should plan to keep the same name throughout your homeschooling time. You\u2019ll need to include the name and address of your homeschool in your letter of intent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Letter of Intent<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Include the following in your letter of intent:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Statement of your intent to homeschool for the upcoming year<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Names and ages of each child attending homeschool<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Name and address of your homeschool<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Parent\/teacher names<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Signature<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
TIP:<\/strong> You should send this letter 10 days before you start schooling for the year and no later than two weeks after the beginning of your local district\u2019s school year.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.homeschoolplus.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Notice-of-Intent.png\")
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Children in Kentucky must start school when they turn 6 by August 1st of that school year. Parents may start instruction earlier if they like. Homeschool students must continue to receive instruction in accordance with the non-public school laws until they turn 18.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/printables-email-registration>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\nKentucky Homeschool Subject Requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Home educators need to provide instruction in certain core subjects in Kentucky. The law also specifies that this instruction be offered in English. The required subjects in Kentucky are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Reading<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Writing<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Spelling<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Grammar<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- History<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Mathematics<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Science<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Civics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
While you must include these subjects in your instruction, you are not required to use any specific curriculum programs. You can use the Kentucky Academic Standards<\/a> as a guideline, but this is not required. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.homeschoolplus.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Curriculum-Requirements.png\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nBack to Top<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nHome educators in Kentucky have the freedom to select their own curricula, instructional materials, and educational activities. <\/em><\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.homeschoolplus.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Attendance-Requirements.png\")
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Kentucky requires you to conduct homeschool instruction for at least 1,062 hours each school year. You must keep track of attendance and maintain written or digital records that you can provide for review if asked. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\nKentucky Homeschool Record-Keeping Requirements <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
In addition to maintaining attendance records, Kentucky requires homeschools to document student progress in \u201cscholarship reports\u201d at the same intervals as local schools. For example, if your local public school issues report cards quarterly, your scholarship reports should be updated at the same time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You\u2019ll also need to keep a record of courses taken and grades earned, and Kentucky guidelines suggest maintaining a portfolio of work samples (though it\u2019s not required). <\/p>\n\n\n\n
TIP:<\/strong> The more thorough your academic records, the easier it will be to generate transcripts in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Kentucky does not require homeschooled students to participate in any state-administered standardized testing. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\nRequired Immunizations for Homeschoolers in Kentucky <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Kentucky homeschooled children are only required to receive immunizations if they plan to take classes or participate in sports or other extracurriculars at a public school. Learn more about the Kentucky School Immunization Program here.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.homeschoolplus.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Immunization.png\")
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Becoming part of a homeschool group or co-op (short for cooperative) is a fantastic way for families to interact with other homeschoolers. Numerous homeschool groups and co-ops arrange field trips, courses, seminars, and other events for homeschoolers. Children and home educators will also find friendships, assistance, and guidance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
We recommend checking online when you begin your search for a homeschool group or co-op. Christian homeschoolers statewide will find like-minded families at Christian Home Educators of Kentucky<\/a> and can join events, find educational and legal resources, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Homeschool Mom has a terrific round-up of local homeschool groups and co-ops in Kentucky<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\nSports Opportunities for Homeschoolers in Kentucky <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
In Kentucky, individual districts set their own policies for allowing homeschoolers to participate in sports and extracurricular activities. If your child wants to play sports at the local public school, contact the school directly to learn their policies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There are many other ways for homeschoolers to participate in sports activities. In some areas, homeschool groups establish their own sports leagues, and many community youth sports programs welcome homeschoolers. Here are some options for Kentucky homeschool sports:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 Option for Homeschooling: Non-Public School<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Subject or Curriculum Requirements: Yes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Attendance Age Requirements: 6-18<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Record-Keeping Requirements: Yes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Assessments or Evaluations Required: No<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Proof of Immunization Required: No<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Kentucky Homeschooling Laws and Regulations Resources for Homeschooling Families in Kentucky <\/strong> The state of Kentucky does not have a specific homeschool statute. Instead, home educators teach their students under the same laws that apply to other non-public schools. Here are the basic requirements for homeschooling as a non-public school in Kentucky:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Find more information on these requirements in this guide or refer to the Kentucky Homeschool Packet<\/a> provided by the Department of Education.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n You must notify your local school district in writing each year of your intent to homeschool. The state recommends sending this letter via certified mail and keeping a copy for your records. See a sample notice of intent letter here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Kentucky law requires you to establish a \u201cbona fide\u201d school for your children, including choosing a name. You may choose any name you like but should plan to keep the same name throughout your homeschooling time. You\u2019ll need to include the name and address of your homeschool in your letter of intent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Include the following in your letter of intent:<\/p>\n\n\n\n TIP:<\/strong> You should send this letter 10 days before you start schooling for the year and no later than two weeks after the beginning of your local district\u2019s school year.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Back to Top<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Back to Top<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Children in Kentucky must start school when they turn 6 by August 1st of that school year. Parents may start instruction earlier if they like. Homeschool students must continue to receive instruction in accordance with the non-public school laws until they turn 18.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Home educators need to provide instruction in certain core subjects in Kentucky. The law also specifies that this instruction be offered in English. The required subjects in Kentucky are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n While you must include these subjects in your instruction, you are not required to use any specific curriculum programs. You can use the Kentucky Academic Standards<\/a> as a guideline, but this is not required. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Back to Top<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Home educators in Kentucky have the freedom to select their own curricula, instructional materials, and educational activities. <\/em><\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n Back to Top<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Kentucky requires you to conduct homeschool instruction for at least 1,062 hours each school year. You must keep track of attendance and maintain written or digital records that you can provide for review if asked. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n In addition to maintaining attendance records, Kentucky requires homeschools to document student progress in \u201cscholarship reports\u201d at the same intervals as local schools. For example, if your local public school issues report cards quarterly, your scholarship reports should be updated at the same time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You\u2019ll also need to keep a record of courses taken and grades earned, and Kentucky guidelines suggest maintaining a portfolio of work samples (though it\u2019s not required). <\/p>\n\n\n\n TIP:<\/strong> The more thorough your academic records, the easier it will be to generate transcripts in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Back to Top<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Back to Top<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Kentucky does not require homeschooled students to participate in any state-administered standardized testing. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Kentucky homeschooled children are only required to receive immunizations if they plan to take classes or participate in sports or other extracurriculars at a public school. Learn more about the Kentucky School Immunization Program here.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Back to Top<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Back to Top<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Becoming part of a homeschool group or co-op (short for cooperative) is a fantastic way for families to interact with other homeschoolers. Numerous homeschool groups and co-ops arrange field trips, courses, seminars, and other events for homeschoolers. Children and home educators will also find friendships, assistance, and guidance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n We recommend checking online when you begin your search for a homeschool group or co-op. Christian homeschoolers statewide will find like-minded families at Christian Home Educators of Kentucky<\/a> and can join events, find educational and legal resources, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Homeschool Mom has a terrific round-up of local homeschool groups and co-ops in Kentucky<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n In Kentucky, individual districts set their own policies for allowing homeschoolers to participate in sports and extracurricular activities. If your child wants to play sports at the local public school, contact the school directly to learn their policies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There are many other ways for homeschoolers to participate in sports activities. In some areas, homeschool groups establish their own sports leagues, and many community youth sports programs welcome homeschoolers. Here are some options for Kentucky homeschool sports:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nTable of Contents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/strong>How to Start Homeschooling<\/a>
Letter of Intent<\/a>
Mandatory School Age<\/a>
Subject Requirements<\/a>
Attendance Requirements<\/a>
Record-Keeping Requirements<\/a>
Evaluations and Assessments<\/a>
Required Immunizations<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
Homeschool Groups and Co-ops<\/a>
Sports Opportunities<\/a>
Homeschool Field Trips<\/a>
Special Education Homeschoolers<\/a>
How Our Curriculum Can Help<\/a>
Homeschool FAQ <\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nHow to Start Homeschooling in Kentucky <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nLetter of Intent for Homeschooling in Kentucky<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Naming Your Homeschool<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Letter of Intent<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nSports Opportunities for Homeschoolers in Kentucky <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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