by Rita Onyx
This is meant to be a summary and NOT legal advice. It is your responsibility to interpret and understand the laws that you will be homeschooling under.
Homeschooling is becoming increasingly popular. Just in the last years alone, homeschooling rose up by 700%. What was once seen as old-fashioned and outdated is now a modern way to educate the next generation.
There are many benefits to homeschooling; it gives parents freedom in choosing the curriculums and subjects their children learn. Remote learning also ensures their children are kept safe, away from potential dangers like bullying or viruses in public schools. It’s a win-win situation.
Thinking of homeschooling your children too? Then follow this quick guide on how to homeschool your children if you live in Puerto Rico. Know the Puerto Rico homeschool state laws and regulations in your state so you can homeschool properly.
Quick Facts:
- There is one way to homeschool
- Children between 5-18 of age must be in school
- You DO NOT need to notify your local school district of your intentions
- There are NO teacher qualifications
Requirements:
- There ARE state mandated subjects
- There are NO required assessments or testing
- There are NO immunization requirements
How to Homeschool in Puerto Rico
- Understand that in Puerto Rico homeschools are recognized as “nongovernmental schools” and they are not under any regulations
- It is recommended to teach the same subjects and have instruction for the same number of days as the public schools of Puerto Rico
Helpful links:
https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/puertorico.html
Contact Information–State and Federal Departments of Education
- Puerto Rico Department of Education
P.O. Box 190759
Calle Federico Costa #150
Hato Rey, PR 00919-0759
Phone: (787) 773-5800
Fax: (787) 282-6017
Website: http://www.de.gobierno.pr/
- U.S. Department of Education, Puerto Rico