{"id":4166,"date":"2023-08-16T22:15:25","date_gmt":"2023-08-16T22:15:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.staging.miacademy.co\/?page_id=4166"},"modified":"2026-04-06T22:31:20","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T22:31:20","slug":"montana-homeschool-laws","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/miacademy.co\/homeschool-curriculum\/by-state\/montana-homeschool-laws\/","title":{"rendered":"Montana Homeschool Laws Made Simple (2026 Guide)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Are you wondering how to homeschool<\/a> in Montana? It\u2019s a good idea to do your research first, as homeschool laws vary by state<\/a>. Whether you\u2019ve homeschooled before in another state, or you just decided to make the switch to homeschooling<\/a>, you\u2019re in luck!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Montana is considered a \u201chomeschool-friendly\u201d state, which means that Montana homeschool laws are minimal. This allows parents to take advantage of the freedom and flexibility in home education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, we\u2019ll take a closer look at homeschooling laws in Montana, so you can start your homeschool career with all the information you need. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Homeschooling in Montana at a Glance<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Montana – The Treasure State<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Required Age<\/td>7-16, or until they complete 8th grade coursework<\/td><\/tr>
Standardized Testing<\/td>Not required<\/td><\/tr>
Subjects<\/td>11 subjects required<\/td><\/tr>
Time Requirements<\/td>Varies by grade level<\/td><\/tr>
Graduation Requirements<\/td>Determined by parent<\/td><\/tr>
Special Requirements<\/td>Parents must keep immunization records<\/td><\/tr>
Financial Resources Available<\/td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Parent Qualifications<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At this time, Montana\u2019s homeschool requirements do not outline any qualifications for parents who wish to homeschool. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Notify your local school district\u2019s superintendent of your intent to homeschool. You must complete this annually. There is no mandated form, and this notification can be done in person, through a letter, or with a phone call (although we recommend having it in writing). The superintendent\u2019s office can provide a form for you to make the process easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Parents must instruct for 720 hours per school year for grades 1st-3rd and 1,080 hours per school year for grades 4th-12th. The state of Montana defines a school year as June 30-July 1 of the following year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For kindergarten students, the requirement is 260 hours for a half-time kindergarten program and 720 for a full-time program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is no specific way you need to take attendance, as long as it is recorded. The superintendent can request to verify attendance at any time, so it\u2019s good to keep records on hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

In Montana, parents are required to provide an organized course of study that includes the same subjects taught in public schools. The subjects taught in Montana public schools<\/a> are: <\/p>\n\n\n\n