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Illinois Homeschool Requirements

No Notice Required

Illinois does not require notification, testing, or approval. Homeschools qualify as private schools under 105 ILCS 5/26-1 and People v. Levisen (1950) as long as a competent teacher covers the required subjects to a standard equivalent to public school. Illinois sets NO minimum number of instructional days. The 180-day figure shown is a general recommendation only, not a legal requirement.

No Minimum

180 days is a recommendation

Not required

notification

Not required

testing

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Triple-Checked

This data was last checked against official sources on August 4, 2026. Laws change, so if something looks off or your state updated its requirements since then, confirm current details on your state's official homeschool page or use the correction form below.

Notification

Not required

Testing

Not required

Required Subjects

  • Language Arts
  • Math
  • Biological and Physical Science
  • Social Studies
  • Fine Arts
  • Physical Development and Health

Instructional Days

No Minimum

Illinois does not set a minimum number of instructional days or hours by law. 180 days is shown here as a general planning recommendation only, not a legal requirement.

Report Frequency

none

Submission Method

none required (voluntary notice to your Regional Office of Education recommended when withdrawing, to avoid a truancy referral)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the homeschool requirements in Illinois?+
Illinois does not require notification, testing, or approval. Homeschools qualify as private schools under 105 ILCS 5/26-1 and People v. Levisen (1950) as long as a competent teacher covers the required subjects to a standard equivalent to public school. Illinois sets NO minimum number of instructional days. The 180-day figure shown is a general recommendation only, not a legal requirement.
How many instructional days are required for homeschooling in Illinois?+
Illinois does not set a minimum number of instructional days or hours by law. 180 days is shown as a general planning recommendation only, not a legal requirement.
Does Illinois require notification to homeschool?+
No, Illinois does not require notification to homeschool.
Does Illinois require standardized testing for homeschoolers?+
No, Illinois does not require standardized testing for homeschool students.
What subjects are required for homeschooling in Illinois?+
Illinois requires the following subjects to be taught: Language Arts, Math, Biological and Physical Science, Social Studies, Fine Arts, Physical Development and Health.
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