State and Local Laws and Policy
It is important to familiarize yourself with the state laws, and your local district’s homeschooling policies.
Being a member of RIGHT, HSLDA or other organization can also give you community and a place to voice questions or concerns.
If you have any difficulty gaining approval from your district or have questions about the process, contact us for help.
Rhode Island Home Education Laws:
16-19-2 Approval of private schools – Requirements – Review
16-2-27 Eligibility for attendance – Kindergarten
16-22-4 Instruction in health and physical education.
Further legal information on home schooling in Rhode Island can be found at www.hslda.org/hs/state/RI
