Please note, this is not intended as legal advice. This is for informational purposes only and should you choose to Homeschool in Missouri then you need to double check the Missouri Department of Education website for current regulations.
Missouri has very few regulations and little oversight when it comes to homeschooling your children. Compulsory age for schooling in Missouri begins at seven. Any family homeschooling a child aged 7 through graduation must:
- Keep samples of each homeschooled student’s work.
- Keep a record of periodic assessments.
- Provide documentation of at least 1,000 hours of instruction during their annual school term.
If you are switching from public school to homeschool in Missouri, it is a good idea to send your student’s current school a letter of withdrawal to let them know that you will now be homeschooling in order to avoid any truancy issues.
The best way to stay on top of changes in homeschool regulations is to connect with other local homeschoolers in Missouri.
Missouri Secular Homeschool Groups
Ethical Navigators of St Louis
“An inclusive group of families and scouting enthusiasts at the Ethical Society of St. Louis open to boys and girls, focused on caring for the earth, outdoor skills and ethical values.”
LEARN provides respectful and inclusive secular support, activities, and resources for homeschooling families in the Greater Kansas City region.
North County Secular Homeschoolers
North County Homeschoolers is a group for families who homeschool in or around the north St. Louis County area in Missouri.
Northland Families Learning Together
NFLT is a secular and inclusive support group serving homeschool youth and their families in the Kansas City Northland and surrounding area.
Springfield MO Homeschoolers – Secular
“The focus of this group is to have somewhere to discuss, share ideas and information, and even vent respectfully about secular issues regarding homeschooling. If your teaching/life style is SECULAR, please feel free to join. No one will be excluded due to race, religion, life style, or other reasons.”
St. Louis Area Secular Homeschoolers
“This group is for all homeschooling families who are religiously unaffiliated or do not promote religion in their homeschooling.”
“We are a secular co-op for homeschooling families and an information source for prospective homeschoolers.”
St. Louis Secular Homeschoolers
“We are families interested or involved in homeschooling and unschooling for non-religious reasons.”
“a secular (without religion) group of homeschooling families committed to building relationships with other homeschooling families and participating in regular meet-ups. We plan 3-4 events per month. These include field trips, park days, and community service. Let’s get the kids (and parents) together for something fun, educational, and/or active!”
