{"id":4326,"date":"2023-09-15T22:40:57","date_gmt":"2023-09-15T22:40:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.staging.miacademy.co\/?page_id=4326"},"modified":"2025-09-08T22:40:36","modified_gmt":"2025-09-08T22:40:36","slug":"homeschooling-in-south-dakota","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/miacademy.co\/homeschool-curriculum\/by-state\/homeschooling-in-south-dakota\/","title":{"rendered":"South Dakota Homeschool Laws Made Simple (2025 Guide)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you\u2019re wondering how to homeschool<\/a> in South Dakota, it\u2019s a good idea to do your research first. Homeschool laws vary by state, and each one\u2019s are a little different! Whether you\u2019ve homeschooled before, or you just decided to make the switch to homeschooling<\/a>, you\u2019re in the right place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

South Dakota\u2019s homeschool laws categorize homeschooling as alternative instruction, according to the Department of Education. Homeschooling your children in the Mount Rushmore State gives you near complete control over your child\u2019s education. There are only a handful of simple laws you need to remember to start homeschooling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

South Dakota – The Mount Rushmore State<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Required Age<\/td>6-18<\/td><\/tr>
Standardized Testing<\/td>Not required<\/td><\/tr>
Subjects<\/td>Language arts and math<\/td><\/tr>
Time Requirements<\/td>None required<\/td><\/tr>
Graduation Requirements<\/td>Determined by parent<\/td><\/tr>
Special Requirements<\/td>One person may not homeschool more than 22 children without another teacher to provide assistance.<\/td><\/tr>
Financial Assistance Available<\/td>No<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Parent Qualifications<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The homeschool laws in South Dakota do not outline any specific requirements for parents who wish to homeschool. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

To homeschool in South Dakota, you\u2019ll first need to provide a Notice of Intent for each child.  You can complete this on paper<\/a> or online<\/a>. You need to submit the notice if your child: <\/p>\n\n\n\n