How to homeschool in New Jersey
The rules for 2026–27 in plain words: what to send, when, what to teach and what to keep.
✓ Checked against New Jersey law on Oct 30, 2026 · See what changed
What changed
Nothing since we began checking New Jersey’s own pages every week in October 2026.
- Ages
- 6 to 16
- Notice
- None
- Tests
- None
- Set time
- None
What to do
- Teach your children at homeYou can teach, with no set qualifications. An education equivalent to public school; no notice or tests (leaving a public high school, you fill in its transfer form).
Source: nj.gov
This is a plain summary, not legal advice. Laws change; check with your state or district if you’re unsure. Also see New Hampshire, New Mexico, or all 50 states + DC.