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Costa Rica homeschool checklist

Notice and filing

  • Notification: No

Subjects and hours

  • Instruction: Parent-led using home country materials; no MEP curriculum required

Records to keep

  • Records: Maintain personal records; no MEP submission

Testing and assessment

  • Testing: Home country testing if applicable; no MEP exams
  • Assessment: None by MEP

Deadlines

  • Educación Abierta Enrollment: recurring: prior to February school year

Contacts and official sources

Guide last reviewed: May 6, 2026.

This is based on published requirements and isn’t legal advice. Please confirm the details with Ministerio de Educación Pública (MEP) (www.mep.go.cr).

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