Homeschooling is a growing option for families as a choice for education along with public, private, and charter schools. Here in Albuquerque, homeschool resources have grown, and there are many classes or support groups available for families who choose to homeschool.
Organizations and Co-ops
APS Home School Resources
APS’ Student Service Center provides information about transferring a student out of an APS school in order to establish a home school site.
NMPED Home Schooling
The state Public Education Department’s Home Schooling page offers information on legal requirements, frequently asked questions, and more.
ABQ Homeschool Connection
ABQ Homeschool Connection believes that students of all ages learn best and most meaningfully when they follow their personal interests, passions, and curiosity. They offer a variety of clubs, classes, and groups. Their classes are designed to offer opportunities that invite learners to explore, discover, and do.
ABQ Secular Homeschool Collaborative
This strictly secular collaborative covers a wide range of subjects/interests: Spanish, essay writing, music, and much more. Journalism students hone their craft by writing articles, taking pictures, conducting interviews, and professionally laying out a monthly newsletter. Theater students take part in a theater program that rehearses for 16 weeks and performs a full production each semester. Applications are being accepted for the 2026-27 school year.
Albuquerque Homeschool Resource List Facebook Group
A Facebook group for homeschooling families to share events, classes, and educational opportunities for kids.
CAPE-NM
Three couples lead the Christian Association of Parent Educators-New Mexico (CAPE-NM), which serves homeschool families, parents, and married couples. They host an annual convention homeschool convention, put on activities throughout the year, and believe that the liberty of parents to direct the upbringing and education of their children is a fundamental right.
Educate Station
Albuquerque and Bernalillo County Library card holders can access Educate Station, a pre-K through 5th grade homeschool curriculum database that library card holders can access for free to download full curriculums for the school year. The resource includes week-by-week learning plans, worksheets, exercises and activities, and more.
Explora
At Explora’s Home School Explorations, home school students in grades K-8 will enjoy a semester of weekly experiential science, technology, and art programs.
The Education Resource Center
The Education Resource Center offers homeschool families a curriculum library and network of homeschool events. It’s a ministry of Grace Community Church, 12202 Comanche Rd. NE, and is open on Fridays from August through May from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The center provides a lending library, community resources, and support for homeschoolers. Learn more or subscribe at ercabq.org
The Integrated Co-op
A classical + Charlotte Mason co-op for K-12th grade that integrates subjects into the time period of study (2026-27 is the medieval time period).
K-3rd: read aloud, nature study and scientific discoveries, history, fine arts
4th-6th: writing, grammar, math, book club
7th-8th: adds on Spanish, science or geography fair, pre-logic, Greek/Latin roots
9-12th: adds on labs, logic and/or persuasion, year-long projects, and economics
Classes are held on Mondays at Del Norte Baptist Church, 5800 Montgomery Blvd. NE. Supply fees range from $250 – $300 for each program. Registration for returning families is March 1, and for new families, April 1.
PLANT
Parent Led Academic Network Team, Inc. (PLANT, Inc.) is led by Executive Director Mona K. Koerner. Previously meeting at local church, PLANT is opening its own location at 11900 Haines Ave. NE in September. They encourage members of the community to create independent learning environments taught from a biblical worldview. PLANT provides a website and registration system where home educators can find teachers, tutors, coaches, and mentors to support their children’s education. They also have a resource directory and provide scholarships to help families afford independent classes offered through this network.
Nature Niños
Nature Niños’ trusted, professional team offers many free and low-cost opportunities for kids and families, including summer camp, day programs, family hikes, and events throughout the year. They spend time introducing youth to their eco-identity through the visual arts, music, theater, spoken word, and other mediums while encouraging their creativity and personal expression.
R2C2
R2C2 is a Christian co-op that is parent-led for kids from birth through 12th grade. The Facebook group includes access to newsletters, the Facebook page, field trips, mom’s night out, parties, and standardized testing. Members can also join the co-op for weekly classes meeting on Thursdays at Calvary Church in Rio Rancho. For more information, email [email protected].
RayKitty Creation Workshop
RayKitty Creation Workshop is an Informal Educational Project designed to create an environment that translates science concepts in a way that creates a spark of interest the students can foster in any path life may take them.
1 2 3 Super Empowered
1 2 3 Super Empowered! is an early childhood program that begins at birth. It evolves into a language and mathematics-infused program for toddlers and preschoolers, accommodating all individual education plans.
Arts, Sports & Other Extracurriculars
Albuquerque Homes School Athletic Association
AHSA is a Christian homeschool sports organization providing opportunities for homeschool students to participate in competitive athletics at the middle (ages 10-14) and high school levels (ages 14-18) in the Albuquerque area. AHSA offers a multitude of sports, including flag football, basketball, soccer, volleyball, tennis, cross country, and track and field.
Bernalillo County Community Centers
Different community centers throughout Bernalillo County offer a variety of homeschool classes, including physical education and crafting. Check out their website for offerings and to find a location close to you!
Rio Rancho Parks and Recreation
The city of Rio Rancho offers various PE classes, including archery for homeschoolers ages 6-15. Visit their website for class listings.
Sandia Homeschool Choir
Sandia Youth Homeschool Choir is directed by Christina Harolds. SYHC is a choir for homeschool students from all across New Mexico, ages 6-18. They meet in Rio Rancho. For more information, email [email protected].
Sightline Integrated Arts
Sightline Integrated Arts is a homeschool enrichment program that interconnects the core subjects with the arts. It was founded by homeschool parents who saw a need for in-person classes that integrate learning, making learning easier and engaging. Students ages 6-18 meet on Thursdays at Sandia Baptist Church to learn literature, science, history, and math through the lens of the arts. For more information, email Diana Turner at [email protected].
We hope these homeschool resources are helpful to you! Are there any other great resources in ABQ that you love?
Original article by Kristin Overman. Updated by Lindsey Anderson in 2026.
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