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2026 State Guide
Homeschooling in Louisiana: Requirements & Rules
Homeschooling is legal in Louisiana, and requirements are minimal — typically a simple notification. Here’s everything you need to stay compliant, in plain English.
- Regulation level
- Low
- Notification
- Annual notice
- Instruction time
- 180 days/year
- Required subjects
- 4 subjects
- Assessment
- Not required
- Recordkeeping
- Required
- Compulsory ages
- 7–18
Notification
Louisiana requires annual notice, due annual, before school year begins.
File annual notice with the local school board.
Instruction time
Louisiana requires 180 days of instruction per school year.
180 days required.
Required subjects
- English
- Mathematics
- Social studies
- Science
Core academics: English, math, social studies, and science.
Assessment & testing
No statewide testing or assessment is required in Louisiana.
No assessment requirement.
Recordkeeping
Louisiana requires homeschool families to maintain records.
Attendance records required.
Parent qualifications
None required.
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Frequently asked questions
Is homeschooling legal in Louisiana?
Yes — homeschooling is legal in all 50 states. In Louisiana, requirements are minimal — typically a simple notification. Children ages 7–18 fall under compulsory education law.
Do I have to notify anyone to homeschool in Louisiana?
Yes. Louisiana requires annual notice — annual, before school year begins. File annual notice with the local school board.
How many days or hours of instruction does Louisiana require?
Louisiana requires 180 days of instruction per year. 180 days required.
What subjects are required in Louisiana?
Louisiana requires: English, Mathematics, Social studies, Science. Core academics: English, math, social studies, and science.
Is testing or assessment required for homeschoolers in Louisiana?
No statewide assessment is required in Louisiana. No assessment requirement.
What records do homeschoolers need to keep in Louisiana?
Louisiana requires families to keep homeschool records. Attendance records required.
Official sources
Verify current requirements with the Louisiana Department of Education and HSLDA’s Louisiana page.
Not legal advice. This data is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Homeschool laws change frequently. Always verify requirements with your state's Department of Education or a qualified homeschool legal organization before making compliance decisions. Requirements shown were last verified 2026-09.