Is Homeschooling Legal in Russia?

Yes—homeschooling is possible in Russia through “family education” (семейное образование). Families typically coordinate with their local school or regional education authority for practical steps (such as registration procedures and any evaluations or attestations that may be expected). Because local processes can vary, your first step is always to verify the requirements in your city or region.

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Understanding the Legal Framework in Russia

Russia’s national education framework recognizes “family education” as an accepted form of education. In general terms, federal education law supports a parent’s role in directing a child’s education while also expecting students to meet educational standards. How that framework is applied in real life—such as the exact paperwork, the timing, and the evaluation method—can depend on regional authorities and local schools. That is why families should confirm local procedures using official sources, while using strong curriculum and clear documentation to stay organized and prepared.

>> For official information: Consult the Ministry of Education of the Russian Federation through official government sources or your local education office.

Start Here: What You Get With SchoolhouseTeachers.com

A SchoolhouseTeachers.com membership is built to help you do two things well:

• Teach with confidence using complete, Christ-centered PreK–12 curriculum (roughly equivalent to primary through secondary education)
• Document with confidence using simple tools that keep records clear and ready if you’re ever asked for proof

Everything Families Need—In One Membership:

Here’s what families rely on most for planning, teaching, and record keeping:

• COMPLETE PreK–12 CURRICULUM: Core subjects, electives, and Bible-based studies—all accessible under one family membership.
• EDUCATION PLAN BUILDER: Create a clear education plan you can save for your records and share if a local authority requests a written plan.
• RECORDS CENTER TOOLS: Helpful planning and documentation tools that keep you steady—without feeling bureaucratic.
• APPLECORE RECORD KEEPING: Track attendance, grades, and progress; generate report cards and other documentation when needed.
• PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT: Organize work samples, writing assignments, reading lists, and proof of learning in one place.
• LETTER TEMPLATES (Use Only If Requested Locally): Professionally formatted templates that can help you communicate clearly with a school or education office when notice or confirmation is requested.

Note on language: Records Center tools and templates are presented in English and may be used as a model for families preparing documentation in their own language, according to local requirements.

Homeschool Record Keeping in 3 Simple Steps

Think: Confirm → Plan → Track.

1Confirm Your Local Procedure

Before submitting anything, confirm what your local school or education authority expects. Ask about:

• registration or notification steps (if any)
• evaluation/attestation expectations (if any)
• timing (when, how often, and where documentation is submitted)

2Build a Simple Education Plan

If your region requests a written plan—or if you simply want a clear record for your own confidence—use the Education Plan Builder to:

• list the courses you’re using
• include outside resources (optional)
• describe how learning will be assessed
• save a clean plan for your records

3Track Progress as You Go

Use Applecore + Portfolio tools to keep documentation calm and simple:

• attendance tracking
• grades and progress notes
• report cards and completion records
• organized work samples and course evidence

Note: Requirements vary by region. Always follow the expectations of your local education authority.

When You Need Local Answers

If you’re unsure where to start, contact your local education office and ask:

• “What is the procedure for family education in my region?”

• “Do you require a written education plan? If yes, what format do you prefer?”

• “Are evaluations or attestations expected? If yes, when and how?”

Final Thoughts

Homeschooling in Russia is possible—and you don’t have to piece everything together on your own. With a complete PreK–12 curriculum, a simple Education Plan Builder, clear record-keeping tools, and ESL built into your membership, you can teach confidently and document calmly.

“Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” — Proverbs 22:6 (KJV)

Let’s get started!

Blessings,

The SchoolhouseTeachers.com Team

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✔ THE EDUCATION PLAN BUILDER: Create and download a structured homeschool plan.
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✔ THE FULL COURSE LIBRARY: Choose from 100s of courses for all subjects from Preschool to Grade 12.
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*Annual & Lifetime Members Only: Gain access to transcript generation to document high school coursework for college admissions.

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