Homeschool Laws in Minnesota
Under Minnesota law, parents who choose to homeschool their children are required to submit an annual notice of intent to the local school district. This notification must be filed each year, informing the district that the child will receive instruction at home rather than attending a public or private school. The annual notice requirement ensures that the district is aware of which children in its jurisdiction are being educated outside the traditional school setting.
Minnesota law also establishes requirements for the content and assessment of home instruction. Parents must provide instruction in a defined set of subjects, including reading, writing, literature, fine arts, mathematics, science, history, geography, economics, government, citizenship, and health and physical education, and all instruction must be delivered in English. Student assessment is required, and parents may choose from several permitted assessment options to satisfy this obligation. Regarding parent qualifications, Minnesota law imposes specific requirements on the individuals providing home instruction, and parents should review the applicable provisions under Minn. Stat. Ann. § 121A.15 to confirm they meet the current standards.
Homeschool statutes are subject to amendment by state legislatures, and most statutory changes take effect on July 1 of the relevant year. Accordingly, families should verify current requirements directly with the Minnesota Department of Education or the appropriate local school district to ensure compliance with the law as it stands at the time of enrollment. This summary is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
Requirement details
| Required subjects | Instruction must be provided in reading, writing, literature, fine arts, math, science, history, geography, economics, government, citizenship, and health and physical education. Instruction must be in English |
|---|---|
| Parent qualifications | required_see_detail |
Statutory source
Minn. Stat. Ann. § 121A.15
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Not legal advice. This page summarizes Minnesota law in plain English, verified as of June 2026 against the cited statutes. Legislatures amend homeschool law (most changes take effect July 1) — confirm current requirements with the state department of education or a licensed attorney before acting. How we verify this.