Utah

Legal as a private school without state approval

Low Regulation

Utah allows homeschooling with minimal regulation. No notification or approval is needed, and you have complete curriculum freedom. Simply keep records to show educational instruction.

At a Glance

Compulsory Ages

6-18

Notice Required

No

No state notification required

Assessment Required

No

No standardized testing required. Parents maintain records of instruction.

Teacher Qualifications

No teaching credentials required

Required Subjects

Reading
Language Arts
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies

Assessment & Testing

No standardized testing required. Parents maintain records of instruction.

Record Keeping

Maintain records showing educational instruction in required subjects

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

  • Utah Code § 53E-10-102