Hours / Days
1,116 hours for grades 1-11; 186 days minimum
State Code
KS
Subjects
0 required
Filing Requirements
Nonaccredited Private School Registration
First year onlyRegister with Kansas Board of Education once. Not an annual requirement.
How to Comply with Kansas's Homeschool Law
Step-by-step instructions to start homeschooling legally in Kansas
Legal Classification
Non-Accredited Private School (NAPS)
Compulsory Education Ages
7-18
Steps to Get Started
Register as a Non-Accredited Private School (NAPS)
Kansas classifies all homeschools as Non-Accredited Private Schools (NAPS). You must register with the Kansas State Board of Education as a NAPS. This is a free, straightforward process requiring basic information about your school.
- Contact the Kansas Department of Education for the NAPS registration form
- Complete the form with your school name and home address
- Provide the name and address of the 'custodian of records' (typically the parent)
- Submit the completed form
- Keep the confirmation for your records
NAPS registration is a one-time filing—you only register once when you start homeschooling.
Notify County Attorney if First Year
In your first year of homeschooling, you should notify your county attorney's office that you are operating a non-accredited private school. This is a courtesy notification that prevents any potential truancy concerns.
- Contact your county attorney's office
- Provide notice of your NAPS operation
- Include your school name and address
- This notification is typically sent once at the start of your homeschool
County attorney notification is straightforward and helps establish that your family is legally compliant.
Meet Instructional Hour Requirements
Kansas requires at least 186 days of instruction per school year (or a minimum of 1,116 instructional hours). You have flexibility in how you structure your calendar—consecutive days, flexible scheduling, or intensive periods are all acceptable.
- Minimum: 186 days of instruction OR 1,116 hours annually
- For grades 1-11, the hour requirement applies
- Contact hours are actual instruction time, not including homework or breaks
- You can concentrate instruction into longer days if desired
Most Kansas homeschools structure 6 instructional hours daily to meet the 1,116-hour requirement while maintaining flexibility.
Select a Competent Instructor
Kansas law requires that courses be taught by a 'competent instructor,' but this does not mean a licensed teacher. A parent can be the competent instructor. You simply need to be knowledgeable in the subjects you teach.
- Parent instruction is fully acceptable
- Competence means having knowledge in the subjects you teach
- No teaching license or special credentials required
- You can hire tutors or take classes for subjects outside your expertise
Parents are presumed competent to teach their own children unless proven otherwise.
Choose Your Curriculum
Kansas has no mandated curriculum, textbook, or subject requirements. You have complete freedom to choose your educational approach—traditional, classical, unschooling, or any combination.
- Select curriculum aligned with your educational philosophy
- Use textbooks, online programs, unit studies, or hands-on materials
- Incorporate field trips, tutoring, and enrichment activities
- Adjust pacing and content based on your child's progress
Kansas's lack of curriculum mandates is one of its greatest strengths for creative, flexible homeschooling.
No Formal Testing or Assessment Required
Kansas does not require standardized testing, formal evaluations, portfolio reviews, or submission of progress reports. You have freedom in how you assess your child's learning.
- No standardized testing mandate
- No progress reports to submit
- No curriculum approval required
- You can choose to assess informally or through voluntary testing
Some families use standardized tests to benchmark progress; others rely on observation and work samples.
Keep Attendance Records
Maintain attendance records documenting the days of instruction provided (186 days or 1,116 hours). These records are kept at home and not submitted to the state, but should be available if requested.
- Track attendance on a calendar or spreadsheet
- Document the dates instruction was provided
- Keep records organized and accessible
- Retain records for several years
A simple calendar or spreadsheet is sufficient—the state doesn't require detailed documentation of content.
Withdrawing from School
If your child was in public school, register your NAPS and enroll your child. No formal public school withdrawal process is required beyond NAPS registration. If you later return to public school, contact the school's enrollment office.
Public School Access
Kansas homeschoolers may participate in some public school sports and activities depending on school district policy. Contact your school district's athletic director or central office to inquire about opportunities for NAPS students.
Special Education
Kansas allows families with students with special needs to operate a NAPS. If your child has been identified for special education services, coordinate with your school district about available services and IEP options.
Recordkeeping Best Practices
- Use a calendar or spreadsheet to track 186 instructional days or 1,116 hours annually
- Keep a folder or binder with samples of work from each subject area
- Save receipts for curriculum and educational materials purchased
- Document field trips, educational activities, and enrichment experiences
- Maintain a simple record of books read and skills developed throughout the year
Assessment Requirements
Periodic testing must be documented. You choose the method.
Record Keeping
Required. Maintain planned and scheduled curriculum with testing results.
Key Facts About Kansas
One-time registration (not annual)
Full curriculum freedom (no mandated subjects)
1,116 hours (~6 hours per day) required
Flexible testing documentation requirement
Ages 7-18 or high school completion
“Every family's homeschool journey in Kansas is unique. Pavved helps you navigate yours with confidence.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to register every year in Kansas?
No. You register as a Nonaccredited Private School once with the Kansas Board of Education. This is not an annual requirement.
What subjects must I teach?
Kansas does not mandate specific subjects. You have complete curriculum freedom.
What does 1,116 hours mean?
This is approximately 6 hours per day over 186 days. It is more than some states require but allows flexibility in your scheduling.
What testing is required?
You must document periodic testing, but you can use any testing method you choose (standardized tests, assessments, your own evaluations, etc.).
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