Homeschooling in Massachusetts
Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 76 Section 1, as interpreted by Care and Protection of Charles (1987), requires advance approval of a home education plan by your local superintendent or school committee before you begin. The plan addresses subjects, materials, instructor qualifications, hours, and an assessment method. Districts cannot require home visits, teaching credentials, or approval of specific materials. Compulsory age 6 through 16.
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How to Homeschool in Massachusetts (2026): Prior Approval, the Education Plan, and What the Law Requires
Massachusetts requires advance approval of a home education plan from your local superintendent or school committee before you begin. The plan covers subjects, hours, materials, and an assessment method. Districts cannot require home visits or teaching credentials. Here is how each piece works.
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How to Withdraw Your Child From Public School in Massachusetts (2026): Step by Step
Withdrawing your child from public school in Massachusetts means getting your education plan approved by the district before you stop attendance. The order matters most here. Here is the exact sequence, including mid-year.
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How to Homeschool High School in Massachusetts (2026): Approved Plans, Free Community College, and College
In Massachusetts your home education plan needs district approval, and you issue the diploma. Here is how the plan, transcript, free community college, and admission work.
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