Homeschooling in Nebraska
Tend Wonder makes it easy to start homeschooling in Nebraska. This guide explains who can homeschool, how to give notice, what to plan and record, and how testing works. Tend Wonder then follows your child’s curiosity and helps you find hands-on ideas, books, resources and nearby experiences around Nebraska. Document your learning together in a Learning Journey, and use Education Coverage to see how your child’s activities connect to learning areas in Nebraska.
Requirements
How to start homeschooling in Nebraska
Register or give notice
You can educate your child at home by electing exemption from state approval or accreditation requirements.
You must choose either online or paper filing rather than submitting both ways.
Plan instruction
You must ensure anyone providing or monitoring instruction has no felony conviction under the listed statutory provisions.
Keep records
You should make copies of your filing documents before dropping them off.(recommended)
Restrictions
If you are subject to the investigation notice, you cannot withdraw or transfer your child for fourteen days after receiving it or until further department notice, whichever comes first.
Official resources
- Exempt School [Home School] Program – Nebraska Department of ...
Nebraska Department of Education
Sources checked November 4, 2026
General information, not legal advice. Requirements can change. Check the official resources for your family's circumstances.
Financial support
Homeschool funding in Nebraska
Our check of official sources found no state funding, scholarship, education savings account or tax program that homeschooling families in Nebraska can use.
Good to know
Nebraska offers two School Readiness income tax credits, but this page does not establish your eligibility as a homeschooling parent.
An October 2024 announcement says you could apply for the Nebraska Education Scholarship Program.
Official sources
- https://revenue.nebraska.gov/tax-credits/information-guides/school-readiness-tax-credit-act
- https://treasurer.nebraska.gov/news/default.aspx?story=611
Last checked November 4, 2026. Eligibility rules change, so confirm with the program before applying.
Your homeschool journey starts with their curiosity.
Discover activities, books, and nearby experiences around your child’s interests. Record their learning and see the learning areas they explore along the way.