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<\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nHomeschooling in New Jersey<\/strong> Overview<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\nHomeschool Registration Required: No<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n1 Option for Homeschooling: Home Education<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nSubject or Curriculum Requirements: No<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nAttendance Age Requirements: 6-16<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nRecord-Keeping Requirements: No<\/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\nNew Jersey Homeschooling Laws and Regulations
<\/strong>How to Start Homeschooling<\/a>
Qualifications to Homeschool<\/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 New Jersey <\/strong>
Public School Access
<\/a>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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In New Jersey, students must begin school or be instructed at home beginning at the age of 6. Parents\/guardians are welcome to start homeschooling before this age but are not required to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
New Jersey does not require home educators to register with the state or a local district. However, families should consider contacting their local school district to let them know they\u2019ll educate their child at home. Otherwise, you may accidentally trigger a truancy investigation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
TIP:<\/strong> If you withdraw your child from high school to begin homeschooling, you\u2019ll be required to complete a transfer form. This is used to collect data on high school enrollment in New Jersey. Talk to your local school to learn more.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\nQualifications to Homeschool in New Jersey <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
New Jersey does not require homeschool teachers to have certifications or meet any minimum requirements. You are also not required to register your child as a homeschool student or inform your school that you intend to homeschool. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, it can be a good idea to let your local school district know that you intend to homeschool to avoid any truancy investigations. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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The state education law says homeschool students must receive \u201cinstruction equivalent to that provided in the public schools for children of similar grades and attainments.\u201d However, it does not specify any required subjects or curriculum programs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Home educators may wish to review the New Jersey Student Learning Standards<\/a> to ensure they\u2019re offering the \u201cequivalent instruction\u201d required by law.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\nNew Jersey Homeschool Attendance Requirements <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
In New Jersey, the homeschool laws don\u2019t specify a number of days or hours per day a student must receive instruction, only that it must be \u201cequivalent to that provided in public schools.\u201d Home educators may wish to match the 180 days of instruction offered by public schools but are not required to by law.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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New Jersey doesn\u2019t require home educators to keep or submit any records. Home educators should consider establishing their own school records for every student. You might include attendance records, courses taken, grades received, assessments and evaluations, and a portfolio of student work samples. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
TIP:<\/strong> Maintaining detailed records can help you provide transcripts for students later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\nNew Jersey Homeschool Assessments and Evaluations <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
New Jersey homeschool students are not required to participate in any standardized testing. Local schools are not authorized to administer tests to these students. If you\u2019re interested in pursuing private standardized assessments for your homeschool students, you\u2019ll be responsible for any costs involved.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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In New Jersey, immunization requirements apply only to public and private school students. Homeschool students are not required to meet immunization requirements.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\nPublic School Classes for Homeschool Students in New Jersey<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
New Jersey\u2019s public schools are not required to permit homeschool students to take classes or participate in activities. Homeschooled students may be able to enroll in individual classes in some school districts, but it\u2019s up to them to decide. Contact your local district to see what they offer for homeschooled students.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Homeschool organizations, groups, and co-ops support many families who educate their children at home. They give students opportunities to socialize with their peers and provide additional educational resources and tools. Here are a few homeschool organizations and groups in New Jersey:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- North New Jersey Home Schoolers Association<\/a>: This Christian-based group offers activities and events for homeschoolers, as well as support and answers to frequently asked questions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- New Jersey Homeschool Association<\/a>: This inclusive, non-partisan organization monitors homeschool legislation, provides information, and hosts occasional events.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Muslim Homeschoolers Co-op<\/a>: This organization for Muslim home educators offers families inexpensive educational and social opportunities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
See more New Jersey groups and co-ops<\/a> at The Homeschool Mom. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\nSports Opportunities for Homeschoolers in New Jersey <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The state doesn\u2019t currently require public schools to permit homeschoolers to participate in interscholastic sports and other extracurriculars. Some schools may let homeschoolers participate, so contact them directly to learn your options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Fortunately, homeschooled students have many other ways to participate in sports activities. Many local homeschool groups and co-ops offer their own leagues and most communities have multiple youth sports programs. Here are some sports options for homeschoolers in New Jersey:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 Option for Homeschooling: Home Education<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Subject or Curriculum Requirements: No<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Attendance Age Requirements: 6-16<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Record-Keeping Requirements: No<\/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 New Jersey Homeschooling Laws and Regulations Resources for Homeschooling Families in New Jersey <\/strong> In New Jersey, students must begin school or be instructed at home beginning at the age of 6. Parents\/guardians are welcome to start homeschooling before this age but are not required to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n New Jersey does not require home educators to register with the state or a local district. However, families should consider contacting their local school district to let them know they\u2019ll educate their child at home. Otherwise, you may accidentally trigger a truancy investigation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n TIP:<\/strong> If you withdraw your child from high school to begin homeschooling, you\u2019ll be required to complete a transfer form. This is used to collect data on high school enrollment in New Jersey. Talk to your local school to learn more.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n New Jersey does not require homeschool teachers to have certifications or meet any minimum requirements. You are also not required to register your child as a homeschool student or inform your school that you intend to homeschool. <\/p>\n\n\n\n However, it can be a good idea to let your local school district know that you intend to homeschool to avoid any truancy investigations. <\/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 The state education law says homeschool students must receive \u201cinstruction equivalent to that provided in the public schools for children of similar grades and attainments.\u201d However, it does not specify any required subjects or curriculum programs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Home educators may wish to review the New Jersey Student Learning Standards<\/a> to ensure they\u2019re offering the \u201cequivalent instruction\u201d required by law.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n In New Jersey, the homeschool laws don\u2019t specify a number of days or hours per day a student must receive instruction, only that it must be \u201cequivalent to that provided in public schools.\u201d Home educators may wish to match the 180 days of instruction offered by public schools but are not required to by law.<\/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 New Jersey doesn\u2019t require home educators to keep or submit any records. Home educators should consider establishing their own school records for every student. You might include attendance records, courses taken, grades received, assessments and evaluations, and a portfolio of student work samples. <\/p>\n\n\n\n TIP:<\/strong> Maintaining detailed records can help you provide transcripts for students later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n New Jersey homeschool students are not required to participate in any standardized testing. Local schools are not authorized to administer tests to these students. If you\u2019re interested in pursuing private standardized assessments for your homeschool students, you\u2019ll be responsible for any costs involved.<\/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 In New Jersey, immunization requirements apply only to public and private school students. Homeschool students are not required to meet immunization requirements.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n New Jersey\u2019s public schools are not required to permit homeschool students to take classes or participate in activities. Homeschooled students may be able to enroll in individual classes in some school districts, but it\u2019s up to them to decide. Contact your local district to see what they offer for homeschooled students.<\/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 Homeschool organizations, groups, and co-ops support many families who educate their children at home. They give students opportunities to socialize with their peers and provide additional educational resources and tools. Here are a few homeschool organizations and groups in New Jersey:<\/p>\n\n\n\n See more New Jersey groups and co-ops<\/a> at The Homeschool Mom. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n The state doesn\u2019t currently require public schools to permit homeschoolers to participate in interscholastic sports and other extracurriculars. Some schools may let homeschoolers participate, so contact them directly to learn your options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Fortunately, homeschooled students have many other ways to participate in sports activities. Many local homeschool groups and co-ops offer their own leagues and most communities have multiple youth sports programs. Here are some sports options for homeschoolers in New Jersey:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/strong>How to Start Homeschooling<\/a>
Qualifications to Homeschool<\/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
Public School Access
<\/a>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 New Jersey <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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