Home Education Legalities in Nova Scotia

Homeschooling in Nova Scotia is governed by the Education Act and its regulations.

• Education Reform (2018) Act – Home Education is covered under Section 83-84
• Governor in Council Regulations – Home Education is covered under Section 31-34

The homeschooling webpages of the NS Department of Education and Early Childhood Development include all the information you need to start legally homeschooling your child in Nova Scotia:

• Roles & Responsibilities
• Legislation & Regulations
• Questions & Answers
• Forms
• Resources