Homeschooling in Kansas
Register once as a private school and teach with freedom.
Kansas classifies homeschools as "Non-Accredited Private Schools" (NAPS). To homeschool, you must register your school with the State Board of Education once. After that, you operate with significant independence, provided you use a competent instructor and offer instruction substantially equivalent to public schools.
Quick Reference
School Days
-
No minimum
Hours Required
-
No minimum
Subjects
0
required
Notification
Yes
one-time
Key Requirements at a Glance
- Mandatory one-time registration with KSDE.
- Instructor must be 'competent' (no degree required).
- Instruction duration must be equivalent to public schools (approx. 1,116 hours).
- No mandated subjects or testing.
Legal Framework
Kansas Statute 72-1111 outlines compulsory attendance and the private school exemption.
Filing Requirements
What to file
Non-Accredited Private School (NAPS) Registration
When
Before starting homeschool
Where
Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE)
How to submit
Online or mail
What to include
- • School name
- • Address
- • Custodian of records
One-time registration (do NOT re-file annually). Must notify KSDE if you move or close the school. Instruction must be 'substantially equivalent' to public school (~186 days or 1,116 hours). SB 113 allows sports participation but local district policy still applies.
Testing Requirements
Required: No
Frequency: N/A
Grades: N/A
None required.
How to Get Started
- 1
Register School
Submit your NAPS registration to KSDE.
- •Go to the KSDE online portal.
- •Register the name and address of your private school.
Tip: This is a one-time registration. You do not need to renew it annually unless you move.Before starting
- 2
Withdraw (If applicable)
Notify current school of withdrawal.
- •Inform the principal you are transferring to a private school (your NAPS).
After registering NAPS
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓One-time registration
- ✓No testing
- ✓Broad curriculum freedom
Cons
- •High hourly/daily standard (186 days)
- •Must maintain 'competent' status
Sports & Activities
**Allowed but Not Guaranteed**. Recent laws (SB 113) generally allow homeschoolers to participate in KSHSAA interscholastic activities, often without enrolling in classes, but local district policy still plays a defined role. Check with your local district.
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Last updated: 2025-12-17 · KS homeschool law guide