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Homeschooling in Philippines

Legal via DepEd school authorization; no standalone parent-led homeschooling without provider.

Homeschooling is legal in the Philippines as an Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM) offered by public or private DepEd-recognized schools. It is governed by DepEd Order No. 001, s. 2022, requiring enrollment through accredited providers, adherence to the K to 12 curriculum, parental monitoring, and school oversight. Compulsory education applies from age 6 to 18, with homeschooling available for learners unable to attend formal school due to medical or family circumstances.

Quick Reference

School Days

-

No minimum

Hours Required

-

No minimum

Subjects

0

required

Notification

Yes

once

Key Requirements at a Glance

  • Homeschooling operates under partner DepEd-recognized public or private schools as ADM.
  • Private schools need Permit to Offer from Schools Division Office; public schools require Regional Office authorization.
  • Parents/guardians act as primary teaching agents with school-assigned Homeschool Coordinator for support.
  • Must align with K to 12 Curriculum or Most Essential Learning Competencies (MELCs).
  • Periodic assessments and portfolio reviews required for progress validation.
  • DepEd-recognized certificates issued upon completion; PEPT may be needed for transfers.
  • Limited to residents in the Philippines.

Legal Framework

Philippines' homeschooling framework rests on: (1) 1987 Constitution Article XIV Section 1 (right to quality education); (2) Republic Act No. 9155 - Governance of Basic Education Act of 2001, which institutionalises alternative learning systems and home study programs; (3) Republic Act No. 10533 - Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013, establishing the K-12 curriculum; (4) DepEd Order No. 001, s. 2022 - the current Homeschooling Program implementing order, which strengthened implementation and regulation; (5) DepEd Order 21 s. 2019 - Policy Guidelines on the K to 12 Basic Education Program (broader curriculum frame). Under DO 001 s. 2022, the Homeschooling Program is offered as an Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM) by BOTH public and private schools: public schools require authorisation from the Regional Office, private schools require a Permit to Offer. School Heads must assign a Homeschool Coordinator responsible for enrolment, monitoring progress, and supporting parents/guardians. Learners receive textbooks/modules in print or digital format and follow a learning plan covering learning area, competencies and tasks. All homeschool learners must take the National Career Assessment Examination (NCAE) and the National Achievement Test (NAT). Responsible authority: Department of Education (DepEd).

Filing Requirements

What to file

Enrollment Form via LIS

When

Before school year start

Where

Authorized Public School

How to submit

In-person or school portal

What to include

  • Birth certificate, previous records, medical/family justification

School handles Learner Reference Number (LRN) registration

How to Get Started

  1. 1

    Contact Regional Office-authorized public school

  2. 2

    Submit enrollment docs and justification

  3. 3

    Receive curriculum and coordinator assignment

  4. 4

    Begin parent-led instruction with monitoring

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Cost-effective
  • Official DepEd oversight

Cons

  • Regional availability varies
  • Less flexibility in methods

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Last updated: 2026-04-26 · PH homeschool law guide