Homeschool laws in Canada
How to homeschool in Alberta
Notify every year, choosing one of two options. Supervised: notify a willing school authority (a public, separate or francophone board, or an accredited funded private school) on the supervised notification form. Not supervised: notify the Minister of Education on the not-supervised form or online.
What to file
Notify every year, choosing one of two options. Supervised: notify a willing school authority (a public, separate or francophone board, or an accredited funded private school) on the supervised notification form. Not supervised: notify the Minister of Education on the not-supervised form or online.
When
For a funded supervised program, the school authority must accept it by September 30.
Education plan
Parents plan the program. Under the not-supervised option you write a program plan but do not submit it.
Reports and evaluation
Supervised: the school authority arranges at least two evaluations each year by a certificated teacher, including a portfolio review. Not supervised: none stated.
Funding
Supervised programs only: parents receive half of the home education grant. Not-supervised programs receive no funding.
Good to know: Most families choose the supervised option for the funding and the teacher support.
Keep records from day one
Even where reports are not required, a simple record of days, books and work samples answers any question later and helps if your child returns to school.
Questions parents ask
Is homeschooling legal in Alberta?
Yes. Homeschooling is legal in every Canadian province and territory. In Alberta: Notify every year, choosing one of two options. Supervised: notify a willing school authority (a public, separate or francophone board, or an accredited funded private school) on the supervised notification form. Not supervised: notify the Minister of Education on the not-supervised form or online.
When do I register to homeschool in Alberta?
For a funded supervised program, the school authority must accept it by September 30.
Do I need to report progress in Alberta?
Supervised: the school authority arranges at least two evaluations each year by a certificated teacher, including a portfolio review. Not supervised: none stated.
Official sources
A plain-English summary checked November 2026, not legal advice. Rules and forms change, so confirm with the official source before you file.