Homeschooling in Maine

Summary

A short summary of homeschooling in Maine. It is not a substitute for the sources below.

Legal framework: Home instruction (20-A M.R.S. §5001-A(3)(A)(4))
Notice to the state: Required
Days of instruction: 175 days a year
Hours of instruction: No state minimum
Assessment: Required — see the guide below for the alternatives

Sources: Maine DOE · Home Instruction; HSLDA · Maine. Updated September 2026. Statutes change — confirm with your state before relying on them. 10Talents helps families organize records around the requirements shown; you remain responsible for confirming your route and current local requirements.

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