Homeschooling in Liechtenstein
Legal with annual Office of Education approval and curriculum compliance.
Homeschooling, known as Privatunterricht, is permitted in Liechtenstein with approval from the Office of Education. Parents must apply for authorization, submit annual progress reports, and ensure instruction follows the Liechtenstein curriculum by qualified teachers. Permission is issued for one year and renewable upon positive assessment.
Quick Reference
School Days
-
No minimum
Hours Required
-
No minimum
Subjects
0
required
Notification
Yes
annual
Key Requirements at a Glance
- Homeschooling requires approval from Office of Education.
- Teacher must have required professional qualification.
- Must follow Liechtenstein Lehrplan (curricula).
- Initial permission limited to one year, extendable.
- Office of Education can review pupil knowledge and skills.
- Parents must request authorization for compulsory school age children.
Legal Framework
Schulgesetz (LGBl. 1972 Nr. 7) regulates private instruction (Privatunterricht) or home instruction (Hausunterricht); responsible authority is the Office of Education (Schulamt). Specific articles on Privatunterricht/Hausunterricht, compulsory school age start/end, and approval procedure not located in official sources.
Filing Requirements
What to file
Authorization request for Privatunterricht
When
Before school year start
Where
Office of Education (Schulamt)
How to submit
In writing to Schulamt
What to include
- • Teacher qualifications, curriculum plan matching Lehrplan, infrastructure details
Submit annual progress reports for renewal
How to Get Started
- 1
Contact Office of Education for application
- 2
Submit teacher qualifications and curriculum plan
- 3
Await one-year initial approval
- 4
Provide annual progress report for renewal
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓Permitted with oversight
- ✓Matches state standards
Cons
- •Teacher qualification barrier
- •Annual bureaucracy
Questions about homeschooling in Liechtenstein
How do I apply for homeschooling permission?
Submit a written request to the Office of Education with teacher qualifications and curriculum plan matching the Liechtenstein Lehrplan.
What qualifications does the teacher need?
The teacher must have the required professional teaching qualification recognized in Liechtenstein.
How long is the initial approval valid?
Permission is issued for one year and can be renewed annually upon positive assessment.
Do I need to submit progress reports?
Yes, annual educational progress reports are required for renewal.
Can the Office check my child's progress?
Yes, in case of doubt, the Office of Education can review the pupil's knowledge and skills.
What curriculum must be followed?
Instruction must adhere to the official Liechtenstein Lehrplan for the relevant school levels.
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Last updated: 2026-04-26 · LI homeschool law guide