Homeschooling in New Hampshire 2026 | HB 1268 Update

Are you wondering how to homeschool in New Hampshire? It’s a good idea to do your research first, as homeschool laws vary by state. 

If you’ve homeschooled before, or you just decided to make the switch to homeschooling, you’re in luck! New Hampshire homeschool laws are minimal, allowing parents plenty of freedom and flexibility.

Homeschooling in New Hampshire at a Glance

New Hampshire – The Granite State

Required Age	6-18
Standardized Testing	None
Subjects	11 subjects required
Time Requirements	None
Graduation Requirements	Determined by parent
Special Requirements	None
Financial Resources Available	Yes

Parent Qualifications

There are no specific qualifications listed for parents who wish to homeschool.

Notice of Intent

Beginning July 2026, the Notification of Commencement for Home Education Programs is no longer required. It’s also now called the Optional Declaration of Home Education.

The only time you will need to submit the Optional Declaration of Home Education is if you wish for your child to participate in public school programs, or if you are removing them from public school.

Attendance

There are no attendance requirements for homeschool students in NH. Parents can teach for however many hours they need to cover the material. 

Homeschool Curriculum

Your New Hampshire homeschool curriculum must include:  

Language	Science	Math
Government	History	Health
Reading	Writing	Spelling
The constitutions of NH and the United States	Appreciation of art and music

Parents do not need to teach these subjects every year, or even year-round. It’s a good idea to keep samples of each subject as proof that the curriculum requirements have been met.

Testing

As of July 2026, homeschoolers are now exempt from annual evaluations in New Hampshire.

Although not required, many homeschool families still choose to use testing in some form to analyze their student’s strengths and weaknesses, and to help make informed decisions when tailoring their student’s curriculum. 

If you choose, you can purchase and administer nationally-normed standardized tests (such as the IOWA Test and Stanford Achievement exams) through online testing administrators.

Record Keeping

There are no longer any recordkeeping requirements for homeschoolers under HB1268. 

However, record keeping in some form is still a good idea— they also come in handy if you decide to send your student back to public school.

Generally, it’s a good idea to keep track of: 

• Immunizations
• Any texts and workbooks used
• Samples of your student’s best work
• Any test or evaluation results, for each school year
• Any correspondence you have with school officials

Graduation Requirements

In NH, parents are able to decide when their child is ready to graduate. This allows for a more tailored and individualized high school experience! Students are able to take courses to reach their career goals, and parents can award them with their own homeschool diploma.

Some homeschool students opt to take the HiSET exam, which is a high school diploma equivalency certification. Eligible students ages 18 and older (or with parent permission as a minor) can take the test. For more information, visit the New Hampshire Department of Education website.

Financial Resources

New Hampshire provides the Education Tax Credit Scholarship for eligible families. Parents can receive a credit for eligible education expenses. To qualify, the annual household income must not exceed 300% of the federal poverty limit. 

The Education Freedom Account is for families whose income is less than 350% of the federal poverty limit. This program provides funding for tuition, online learning programs, materials, and other educational expenses. Keep in mind that if you sign up for the program, you will be required to follow any additional rules and policies of that program.

Other Tips & Resources

For more information about homeschooling in New Hampshire, check out: 

• Granite State Home Educators
• NH Homeschooling Coalition

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