
MONTANA
YOUR STATES LAWS:
YOU'RE ALLOTTED 1 OPTION FOR HOMESCHOOLING: Please review HSLDA
AGES REQUIRED TO BE SCHOOLED: 7-16 (with exceptions)
DOES REQUIRE DOCUMENTATION OF EDUCATION: Attendance, Info on text and work books, Correspondence with school officials, Portfolio & test results, Other docs may be required
NO TEACHING QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
DOES REQUIRE STATE MANDATORY SUBJECTS: subjects typically taught in schools (Reading, Grammar, Math, Social Studies, Science, Health, Arts, Career Education, etc)
DOES REQUIRE IMMUNIZATIONS: Please review HSLDA
*For detailed information please visit -- https://hslda.org/post/how-to-comply-with-montanas-homeschool-law
YOUR STATES TAX CREDITS/PAYMENTS -- COMING SOON
LOCAL LEARNING COMMUNITIES
Co-Ops
BOZEMAN & GALLATIN VALLEY
Gallatin Christian Homeschool Co-op (GCHC) (Bozeman): Provides weekly fellowship and cooperative learning experiences for Christian families -- https://www.gchcbozeman.org/
Montana Roots Homeschool Co-op (Belgrade & surrounding areas): academic-based co-op -- https://www.facebook.com/groups/montanaroots/
HELENA
Helena Homeschool Enrichment Co-op: Christian families gathering to support home education with fun educational opportunities -- https://www.enrichmentcoop.com/
Helena Area Christian Home Educators (HACHE): Offering athletic programs and enrichment classes -- https://hachemt.org
MISSOULA
eNDVR Homeschool Co-op: offers classes and enricment opportunities -- https://learningwithmeaning.com/
Five Valleys Homeschool Co-op: serving Missoula, Ravalli and Mineral counties with various homeschool support activities -- Email: info5valleys@gmail.com
FLATHEAD VALLEY
Flathead Homeschool Support and Curriculum Group: provides support and resources for homeschoolers in Kalispell, Whitefish and surrounding areas -- https://www.facebook.com/groups/254913574614001/
BILLINGS
SAGE Homeschool Co-op: Christian co-op serving ages nursery - high school -- https://www.facebook.com/SAGECoop/
HAVRE & HI-LINE REGION
Hi-Line Home Educators: community support and shared resources - events and tailored activities -- https://www.facebook.com/groups/251218351566883
GLASGOW
Glasgow Montana Homeschooling Group: platform for shared local events and resources -- https://www.facebook.com/groups/257575978392922/
GLENDIVE
GRACE (Glendive Homeschool Group): focused on welcoming all homeschool members in the area -- https://www.facebook.com/groups/6245452818808928/
FOREST & NATURE-BASED SCHOOLS
BOZEMAN
Montana Outdoor Science School (MOSS): inspires curiosity and understanding of nature through outdoor science education -- https://outdoorscience.org/
Montana Wilderness School: provides multi-week wilderness expeditions for youth -- https://www.montanawildernessschool.org/
LIVINGSTON
Guided Wild Forest School: offers forest preschool, homeschool enrichment and summer camps -- https://www.guidedwild.com/
MISSOULA
Rattlesnake Nature School: early-education outdoor preschool for ages 3-5 -- https://www.rsnatureschool.com/
Under The Cedars Nature School (Noxon): offers preschool and forest school programs for children ages 3-10 -- https://www.underthecedars.org/
FLATHEAD VALLEY
Rain or Shine School: Waldorf and nature-based education -- https://www.rainorshineschool.com/
WALDORF & WALDORF-INSPIRED SCHOOLS
BOZEMAN
Valley Of The Flowers School: Waldorf-inspired school offering play-based education with a focus on outdoor learning -- https://valleyoftheflowersschool.com/
The Wildflower School: blends Reggio Emilia and Waldorf philosophies for children ages 3-5 -- https://thewildflowerschoolmt.com/
MISSOULA
Mountain Song School: Waldorf preschool focusing on outdoor education and nature-based programs -- https://www.mountainsongschoolmt.com/
Roots Nature School: offers a comprehensive continuum of care from infant to Pre-K, enriched with hands-on, creative learning experiences -- https://rootsnatureschool.org/