Kansas
Legal without state approval or testing
Kansas offers very flexible homeschooling with minimal requirements. No state notification is needed, and there's no standardized testing—just teach required subjects and keep simple records.
At a Glance
Compulsory Ages
6-18
Notice Required
No
No notification requirement to state or school district
Assessment Required
No
No standardized testing required. Parents assess and maintain documentation.
Teacher Qualifications
No teaching credentials required
Legal Requirements
Getting Started
No notification requirement to state or school district
Legal Status
Legal without state approval or testing
Required Subjects
Assessment & Testing
No standardized testing required. Parents assess and maintain documentation.
Record Keeping
Maintain records of materials used and hours spent on instruction
Additional Information
Diploma Issuing
Parents may issue diploma
Umbrella Schools
Umbrella schools are allowed in this state.
Special Education Access
Homeschooled students have access to special education services.
Sports & Extracurricular Access
Sports participation through traditional public schools may be limited.
Key Statutes
- Kan. Stat. Ann. § 72-4701