{"id":3776,"date":"2023-02-27T01:21:47","date_gmt":"2023-02-27T01:21:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.staging.miacademy.co\/?page_id=3776"},"modified":"2025-09-08T20:34:14","modified_gmt":"2025-09-08T20:34:14","slug":"homeschooling-in-maine","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/miacademy.co\/homeschool-curriculum\/by-state\/homeschooling-in-maine\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Homeschool in Maine"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you\u2019re interested in homeschooling in Maine, you\u2019ll be happy to know that it\u2019s very simple to do so. The homeschooling laws in Maine are easy to follow, allowing parents freedom and flexibility in home education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, we\u2019ll cover everything you need to start homeschooling in Maine with confidence!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Homeschooling in Maine – Requirements<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Maine – The Pine Tree State<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Required Age<\/td>6-17<\/td><\/tr>
Standardized Testing<\/td>Annual assessment required<\/td><\/tr>
Subjects<\/td>Language arts, math, science, social studies, gym and health, fine arts, Maine studies and computer proficiency<\/td><\/tr>
Time Requirements<\/td>175 days per year<\/td><\/tr>
Graduation Requirements<\/td>Determined by parent<\/td><\/tr>
Special Requirements<\/td>Must submit a letter of intent to continue homeschooling at the end of the year<\/td><\/tr>
Financial Resources Available<\/td>Yes, through the Maine Children\u2019s Scholarship Fund<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Parent Qualifications<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are no qualifications for homeschool parents in Maine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Notice of Intent<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To homeschool in Maine, you must submit a Notice of Intent to your school superintendent. This step must be completed within 10 days of beginning home education. This form should include the following: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Your name, address, and signature<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Your student\u2019s name, age, and grade level<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. The date that you will start\/have started homeschooling<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Confirmation that you will provide instruction to your student for at least 175 days a year, cover the required subjects, and submit a year-end assessment for your student<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    At the end of the year, you must also submit a letter of intent to continue home education with your local superintendent. This letter must include your student\u2019s year-end assessment and is due no later than September 1<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Attendance<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Maine homeschooling laws require parents to teach for at least 175 days a year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Homeschool Curriculum<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    All homeschoolers in Maine must teach:<\/p>\n\n\n\n