Home Education

Provided by: Government of Prince Edward Island - Department of Education and Early Years - AKA: Formerly Department of Education and Lifelong Learning

Service Description

Parents can educate their children at home using a home education program or by following the public education system's curriculum.

Note: Home educated students do not receive high school diplomas unless they enter the public school system and graduate with the required number of credits. The school board will determine each child's grade level if they return to/enter the public school system.

Information

Eligibility:
Parents who intend to home school their children must notify the Department of Education and Early Years before the school year starts
Fees:
No fees if not using the provincial curriculum * Small fee per child if using the provincial curriculum
How to Access:
Fill out the Home Education Notice of Intent application form (available online) for the upcoming school year and submit to the Department prior to the beginning of the school year
Documents Required:
Completed Intend to Home Education form
Program Phone Numbers:
Language:
English * French
Coverage Area:
Epekwitk / Prince Edward Island

Service Locations & Contact Info