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Homeschooling in Cambridge, Massachusetts

Cambridge is home to Harvard and MIT. Homeschool families enjoy access to university libraries, museums, and educational programs. Cambridge Public Schools requires prior approval of your education plan.

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Massachusetts Requires Prior Approval

Unlike many states, Massachusetts requires you to submit an education plan and receive approval from your local superintendent before you begin homeschooling.

Cambridge Public Schools Contact

Submit your education plan to the superintendent's office

Cambridge Public Schools

Superintendent
Victoria Greer
Address
159 Thorndike Street, Cambridge, MA 02141
Website
cpsd.us

Tip: Send your education plan via certified mail with return receipt for proof of delivery.

Massachusetts Homeschool Requirements

Massachusetts is a high regulation state. Here's what you need to know:

Hours Required

  • • Elementary (K-6): 900 hours
  • • Secondary (7-12): 990 hours
  • • 180 days of instruction

Education Plan Must Include

  • • Proposed curriculum & hours
  • • Instructional materials list
  • • Evaluation method
View complete Massachusetts guide

How Ellinia Helps Massachusetts Families

Education Plan Support

  • Curriculum planning tools
  • Subject coverage tracking (13 required)
  • Hours logging (900/990)
  • Materials documentation

Year-End Evaluation

  • Progress report generation
  • Work sample organization
  • Portfolio-ready documentation
  • AI-graded assessments

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