Homeschooling in Saskatchewan
Legal with school division registration and annual education plan required.
Home-based education is legal in Saskatchewan under the Education Act, 1995. Parents must register with their local school division by submitting a Notification of Intent and a written education plan at least 30 days before starting. They are responsible for providing an age- and ability-appropriate program comparable to provincial standards.
Quick Reference
School Days
-
No minimum
Hours Required
-
No minimum
Subjects
0
required
Notification
Yes
annual
Key Requirements at a Glance
- Registration required with local school division using Notification Form and written Home Education Plan.
- Notice at least 30 days prior to start or by August 15 for annual renewal.
- Plan must align with Goals of Education Saskatchewan, be age- and ability-appropriate, cover 4 core subjects with goals, activities, resources, and assessment.
- School divisions monitor based on plan and outcomes, presume progress unless contrary evidence.
- Annual registration renewal with updated plan.
- Parents must have legal custody of students.
- Ministerial review available for disputes with registering authority.
- Divisions provide access to services like driver training and extracurriculars per policy.
Legal Framework
The Education Act, 1995, SS 1995 c. E-0.2, and The Home-Based Education Program Regulations made under the Act. Registration is with the parent's local school division (not directly with the Ministry of Education). The notice of intent and education plan must be filed annually. The plan must address: philosophical approach, reasons for home-based education, education activities and instructional methods, means of assessing and recording educational progress, and the learning outcomes and areas of study for each student. The parent or caregiver directing the program must lawfully have charge and custody of each student. Responsible authority: Saskatchewan Ministry of Education and the local school divisions.
Filing Requirements
What to file
Notification of a Home-based Education Program
When
August 15 for renewal or 30 days prior to start
Where
Local school division board of education
How to submit
Mail or in-person to registering authority
What to include
- • Child details, parent contact, written education plan with philosophy, activities, resources, outcomes, assessment
Plan must be age- and ability-appropriate and comparable to provincial standards
How to Get Started
- 1
Contact local school division to confirm residency
- 2
Submit Notification of Intent and written education plan 30 days prior or by August 15
- 3
Develop plan outlining philosophy, subjects, methods, resources, and assessment
- 4
Maintain records of progress throughout the year
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓Flexible parent-led program
- ✓No teacher certification needed
- ✓Potential access to school services
Cons
- •Annual paperwork and renewal
- •Division oversight on progress
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Last updated: 2026-04-26 · SK homeschool law guide