Kentucky

Legal without approval or assessment requirements

Low Regulation

Kentucky has minimal homeschooling regulations. No notification or testing is required—simply teach required subjects and maintain records of your curriculum materials.

At a Glance

Compulsory Ages

6-16

Notice Required

No

No state notification required

Assessment Required

No

No standardized assessment required. Parents maintain proof of instruction.

Teacher Qualifications

No teaching credentials required

Required Subjects

Reading
Language Arts
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies

Assessment & Testing

No standardized assessment required. Parents maintain proof of instruction.

Record Keeping

Maintain records of curriculum and instruction hours

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

  • Ky. Rev. Stat. § 159.010