The election in Saxony-Anhalt could reshape the debate over homeschooling and home education. Here\u2019s what parents need to know.<\/p>\n
THS.Online School<\/strong> \u2022 Last updated on August 31, 2026<\/p>\n <\/p>\n State election: <\/p>\n CDU in the ARD poll: <\/p>\n AfD in the ARD poll: Legal situation: Share:<\/p>\n On September 6, 2026, voters in Saxony-Anhalt will elect a new state parliament. One issue could be particularly relevant to parents: the possible introduction of a choice between school attendance and homeschooling.<\/p>\n The AfD, which is currently polling well ahead of the CDU, is calling for \u201ccompulsory education instead of compulsory school attendance\u201d in its election platform. Under the proposal, parents would be able to choose between sending their children to school and educating them at home. Children who are homeschooled would be required to take centralized exams twice a year.<\/p>\n However, this does not mean that homeschooling is already legal in Saxony-Anhalt or that it would automatically become legal after the election. The outcome of the election, the formation of a new government, and whether such legislation would actually be passed and withstand legal scrutiny all remain uncertain.<\/p>\n Nevertheless, the election could bring new momentum to a debate that has concerned many families for years: Can high-quality education also take place outside a traditional school building? And what role could online schools play?<\/p>\n We are monitoring the developments and regularly updating this page with the information parents need to know.<\/p>\n As of August 27, 2026<\/p>\n What this means for families right now:<\/strong> Nothing has changed yet. The situation will become more relevant if a specific draft law is introduced after the election. Only then will it be possible to assess which options may actually become available.<\/p>\n Online education does not mean that children have to sit alone with learning materials. At THS.Homeschooling, students learn together in established classes, receive guidance from teachers through live online instruction, and follow a clear structure throughout their school day.<\/p>\n At the same time, parents remain actively involved in their children\u2019s education. Community, personal support, and a Christian foundation are integral parts of our educational model.<\/p>\n THS already serves families in more than 28 countries. If homeschooling becomes legally permitted in Saxony-Anhalt, our educational model could offer an interesting option for families living there. Parents would need to determine whether\u2014and under what conditions\u2014THS could be used in their individual situation based on the laws in effect at that time.<\/p>\n Schedule a no-obligation consultation with our team.<\/p>\n AfD Saxony-Anhalt: Election Platform for the 2026 State Election<\/a> Tagesschau: ARD Pre-Election Poll for Saxony-Anhalt<\/a>
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Families in Saxony-Anhalt cannot currently withdraw their children from school solely because of the political debate and educate them exclusively at home or through an online school.<\/li>\n
The AfD in Saxony-Anhalt wants to allow parents to choose between school attendance and homeschooling. This change has not been approved.<\/li>\n
These would include quality standards comparable to those of regular schools, centralized exams twice a year, and a return to school if a child falls behind academically.<\/li>\n
After the election, a government would first need to be formed. Specific legislation would then need to be drafted and passed.<\/li>\n
Families living in other German states would remain subject to the school laws of their respective state.<\/li>\n
The election platform refers to homeschooling but does not specify whether\u2014or under what conditions\u2014an online school could support or provide this form of education.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nWhat Can Responsible Education at Home Look Like?<\/h2>\n
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Sources and Further Information<\/h3>\n
Section \u201cCompulsory Education Instead of Compulsory School Attendance,\u201d page 84<\/span><\/p>\n
As of August 26, 2026<\/span><\/p>\n