Yes, homeschooling is legally recognized in Peru under the Ley General de Educación (Law No. 28044) and its 2023 amendments, which formalized alternative education modalities. The Ministerio de Educación (MINEDU) regulates homeschooling via Resolución Ministerial No. 046-2023-MINEDU, requiring annual registration and periodic evaluations. Compliance with the national curriculum (Currículo Nacional) is mandatory, with local education units (UGEL) overseeing oversight.
Key Regulations for Homeschooling in Peru
- Curriculum Compliance: Homeschooling must align with Peru’s Currículo Nacional, covering core subjects (math, language, science) as mandated by MINEDU. Deviations require prior approval from the Unidad de Gestión Educativa Local (UGEL).
- Annual Registration: Families must register with their local UGEL before the academic year begins, submitting a pedagogical plan and teacher qualifications (if applicable). Failure to register risks legal penalties under Decreto Supremo No. 011-2012-ED.
- Evaluation Requirements: Students undergo standardized assessments twice annually—mid-year and end-of-year—administered by UGEL or MINEDU-designated evaluators. Results must meet or exceed national benchmarks to maintain compliance.
Enforcement & Recent Shifts MINEDU’s 2026 compliance framework tightens oversight, introducing digital tracking of homeschooling cohorts and mandatory teacher certification for non-parent instructors. Local UGELs now conduct unannounced visits to verify adherence to pedagogical plans. Non-compliance may trigger school reintegration orders under Ley No. 30512, which prioritizes state-mandated education standards.