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How to homeschool in Kansas

The rules for 2026–27 in plain words: what to send, when, what to teach and what to keep.

✓ Checked against Kansas law on Oct 30, 2026 · See what changed

What changed

Nothing since we began checking Kansas’s own pages every week in October 2026.

Ages
7 to 18
Notice
Once
Tests
None
Set time
186 days

What to do

  1. Register your non-accredited private school with the Kansas State Board of Education (online)When you startKansas’s form or page for it
  2. Teach your children at homeYou can teach if you’re a competent teacher. About as many days as public schools. Test now and then (nothing is sent).
  3. Keep your registration; test results; your plans and scheduleWhat Kansas asks you to keep.

Source: ksrevisor.gov

This is a plain summary, not legal advice. Laws change; check with your state or district if you’re unsure. Also see Iowa, Kentucky, or all 50 states + DC.