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New Jersey Homeschool Requirements No requirements
What New Jersey requires from homeschool families — notification, subjects, hours, testing, and portfolio rules — with links to the current law. This is the same state data FolioKid uses to build your portfolio template.
Official New Jersey sources
- 📜 N.J.S.A. 18A:38-25 — the statute itself
- 🏛️ NJ Department of Education — Homeschooling FAQ
- 🔎 HSLDA — New Jersey homeschool law summary
New Jersey homeschool FAQ
What law governs homeschooling in New Jersey?
Homeschooling in New Jersey is governed by N.J.S.A. 18A:38-25. Always verify current requirements with your state department of education.
What subjects are required for homeschooling in New Jersey?
New Jersey does not specify required subjects in its homeschool law, though parents are responsible for providing instruction as defined by N.J.S.A. 18A:38-25.
Does New Jersey require testing or a portfolio evaluation?
No — New Jersey does not require standardized testing or a portfolio evaluation, but keeping a portfolio of your child's work is still the simplest way to document progress.
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