Full question:
I teach children (ages 2 and up) Russian Musik and Art twice a week at my house. I also contract some work out to assistants and specialty teachers. Are there any restrictions for group classes at home?
- Category: Education
- Date:
- State: Texas
Answer:
The restrictions for teaching group classes at home depend on whether you qualify as a school or a child care facility. In Texas, students attending a private or parochial school are exempt from compulsory attendance at public school if the school includes a study of good citizenship. Homeschools must be conducted bona fide, using a written curriculum that includes reading, spelling, grammar, math, and good citizenship; no other requirements apply.
According to the Texas Education Code, a "private school" is defined as a school that offers instruction for students in one or more grades from prekindergarten through grade 12 and is not operated by a governmental entity. Safety and licensing requirements may apply, and local zoning regulations can also affect your ability to hold classes at home. Home business use regulations vary by area, so it’s advisable to contact your local building department or city hall for specific requirements.
If you qualify as a child care facility, additional regulations may apply. A "child-care facility" is defined as one that is licensed, certified, or registered to provide care, training, education, or supervision for children not related to the owner or operator, for all or part of the day, regardless of whether it operates for profit.
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