Office of Nonpublic Schools
This office oversees the implementation of the NH Code of Administrative Rules Chapter Ed 400, Approval of Nonpublic Schools. Additionally, we provide technical assistance to nonpublic schools and information to the public regarding nonpublic schools in New Hampshire and related New Hampshire laws (RSAs).
Resources for Nonpublic Schools Renewing in 2025
- Nonpublic School Renewal PowerPoint Presentation
- 2025 Nonpublic School Application for Continued Approval Status Instructions
- Nonpublic School Application for Continued Approval
Resources for Parents/Students
Resources for Existing Schools
- Nonpublic School Advisory Council (NSAC)
- Office of Nonpublic Education, U.S. Department of Education
- National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
- Emergency Operation Plans (EOP) portal access link - due October 15th of each year
- myNHDOE Login Portal Access Link
- Nonpublic School FAQ
- Request of Change
- School Closure
- Resources for NH Nonpublic Schools
- How to Report a Change in Staff
- Immunization Guidance for Schools and Immunization Exemptions
- NHED Child Find Rules
- NH Children's Scholarship Fund (EFA)
Private/Nonpublic School Accrediting Agencies Recognized by the NH Department of Education
- New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC expires April 11, 2034)
- Association of Independent Schools in New England (AISNE expires February 11, 2031)
- American Association of Christian Schools (AACS expires February 11, 2031)
- Cognia (expires December 14, 2033)
Resources for Opening a New Nonpublic School
- Opening a Nonpublic School or Private School
- Pathways to Nonpublic School Approval
- Initial Application for AA Status
- How to Write a Grievance Policy
- Resources for NH Nonpublic Schools
Rules & Statutes
- NH Code of Administrative Rules Chapter Ed 400, Approval of Nonpublic Schools
- NH Code of Administrative Rules Chapter Ed 1200, Restraint and Seclusion for Children
- NH Code of Administrative Rules Chapter Ed 320, School Facility Approval Process
- Statutes and Definitions for Nonpublic Schools
- NH Education Laws
List of Nonpublic Schools
- Nonpublic Schools by Name
- Nonpublic Schools by Town
- Nonpublic Schools by Approval Status
- Nonpublic Schools by Profit Status
- Nonpublic Schools Map
The two terms, nonpublic schools and private schools, are used interchangeably in New Hampshire statutes and administrative rules.
Contact
Tim Carney
Administrator of Educational Pathways
Nonpublicschools@doe.nh.gov
(603) 491-8060