Maine Homeschool Requirements 2026-2027
Complete guide to Maine homeschool requirements for the 2026-2027 school year. Learn about hours, subjects, filing deadlines, required documents, and assessment options.
Hours Requirements
No minimum hours required. Maine does not mandate a specific number of instructional hours.
Required Subjects
Elementary (Grades 1-6)
Secondary (Grades 7-12)
Filing Deadlines (2026-2027)
No specific filing deadlines tracked for Maine.
Required Documents
Letter of Intent to Provide Home Instruction
Required
Annual Assessment
Required
Portfolio (if chosen as assessment method)
Optional
Assessment Requirements
Annual assessment is required. Options include:
Standardized Test
Nationally normed standardized test, with results submitted to SAU/DOE
Portfolio Review By Certified Teacher
Portfolio reviewed by a Maine-certified teacher; written summary
Local School Board Review
Review by a homeschool review committee designated by the SAU
Support Group Review
Review by a homeschool support-group reviewer satisfactory to the commissioner
Official Sources
This guide is based on publicly available state requirements. Verify with your state education department. Last verified: October 2026.
