Applying for an Exemption to Home School in New Zealand

Here are two very helpful  links

The first is a cut down version of the exemption application, showing you exactly which comments the Ministry of Education (MoE) expects you to reply to:

http://hef.org.nz/2010/making-an-application-for-exemption-from-enrolment-and-attendance-at-a-school/

The second is a lengthy letter giving all kinds of tips on how to answer the comments:

http://hef.org.nz/2010/a-collection-of-exemption-tips-and-ideas/

I’d suggest reading those two, having a go at answering the questions, then giving Craig a ring at (06) 357-4399 or Free phone 0800 100 692  or emailing Craig your phone number and he will ring you (email him at craig@hef.org.nz) or email him the draft of your exemption answers and he will comment on them.

It seems complicated at first, but it really isn’t that bad at all. We can talk you through it. All free of charge. That’s why we’re here.

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Also:

Applying for an Exemption to Educate at Home

http://hef.org.nz/exemptions/applying-for-an-exemption-to-educate-at-home/

Contact details for the MoE when applying for an exemption

http://hef.org.nz/exemptions/contact-details-for-the-moe-when-applying-for-an-exemption/