Schooling from home in Belgium:

What Parents Need to Know in 2025

A clear, simple guide for families exploring their options.

Home education (enseignement à domicile / huisonderwijs) is legal in Belgium but regulated by regional education authorities.

Parents must declare their intent, ensure that education promotes moral, intellectual, and physical development, and cooperate with inspections and exams at key ages.

Is schooling from home legal in Belgium?

Yes. The Belgian Constitution guarantees the freedom of education. Families can choose home education if they notify their regional Ministry of Education — either in the French-speaking (Wallonia-Brussels) or Flemish (Flanders) community. Authorities periodically inspect and assess home-educated children to ensure learning objectives are met.

What are the steps?

1
Declare your intent. Notify your regional Ministry of Education before starting home education.
2
Commit to Belgium’s education goals. Education must foster intellectual, moral, and social development and prepare children for active citizenship.
3
Cooperate with inspections. Authorities may inspect once every two years to verify progress.
4
Prepare for compulsory exams. In Wallonia-Brussels, exams occur at ages 8, 10, 12, and 14; in Flanders, oversight is less frequent but still required.
5
Maintain clear records. Keep lesson plans and samples of work to share during inspections.
In Belgium, families who choose enseignement à domicile or huisonderwijs must declare their intent to the regional education authority and provide an education that meets the country’s compulsory learning objectives. It allows flexibility in how children are taught, but it also means parents take on the responsibility of organising lessons, maintaining records, and preparing for periodic inspections or exams.
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What is bina and how is it different?

bina is a global, accredited online school for children ages 4–12.

We offer live, interactive, small-group learning that brings the energy and connection of a great classroom into your home.

Small, live classes with caring teachers

Classes are capped at 7 students, so teachers know your child’s name, learning style, and interests. You stay as involved as you want to be while we handle the teaching and structure.

A curriculum that fits your child

Your child learns at a pace that works for them, with space to explore their interests and the support they need to thrive. Our accredited programme is internationally recognised, giving you peace of mind that they’re learning what matters.

Friendships and belonging

Children make genuine friends with classmates from around the world. In small groups, they build confidence, practise social skills, and feel part of a real community — all from the safety of home.

You stay in the know

You’ll get weekly updates on what your child is learning and quarterly progress reports. A dedicated family success manager works with you to make sure everything fits your goals as a parent.
For legal purposes, families in Belgium are considered to be providing home education. Parents must notify their local school authority annually and ensure their child participates in yearly exams. bina provides the daily teaching, structure, and progress reports to make that process simple and transparent.

What parents say

"bina has helped us navigate SEL in a fun way and develop her independence and confidence!"

Lorena Marden

"My grandson is a hands on and visual learner. Where we live there are no real learning programs geared towards different learning styles. bina has been a blessing for Aydin and our family. The worry and stress have eased tremendously."

Diedre Shakir

“Lily’s love for learning and creativity really gets to shine at bina. As her parents, we are inspired knowing her weekly goals and progress as discussed with us by her teachers and support team.”

Rae Bram

“We spent all of 2023 traveling through all 7 continents. We tried homeschooling, world schooling and even unschooling. Finding bina helped us to bridge the gap we were missing with the other education options we tried.”

Sarah Schmirl

"bina has helped us navigate SEL in a fun way and develop her independence and confidence!"

Lorena Marden

"My grandson is a hands on and visual learner. Where we live there are no real learning programs geared towards different learning styles. bina has been a blessing for Aydin and our family. The worry and stress have eased tremendously."

Diedre Shakir

“Lily’s love for learning and creativity really gets to shine at bina. As her parents, we are inspired knowing her weekly goals and progress as discussed with us by her teachers and support team.”

Rae Bram

“We spent all of 2023 traveling through all 7 continents. We tried homeschooling, world schooling and even unschooling. Finding bina helped us to bridge the gap we were missing with the other education options we tried.”

Sarah Schmirl

Find out if bina is right for you

1
Book a free consultation to see how bina can fit your family’s goals, schedule, and lifestyle.
2
Join a bina adventure with your child and walk away with tailored growth insights — no strings attached.
We’re happy to answer your questions and help you figure out what’s possible for your family.
Whether you’re ready to make a change or just gathering information, we’re here to help.

The questions we hear most from parents like you.

Will my child keep up with Belgium’s curriculum?

Yes. bina’s accredited programme covers all core learning areas taught in Belgian primary schools. We provide clear progress reports and learning evidence you can share with regional inspectors when required.

Will my child make friends if we learn from home?

Absolutely. Small, live classes and clubs help children connect with peers in Belgium and around the world — building genuine friendships in a safe, inclusive space.

How much of my time will this take as a parent?

We handle the live teaching, structure, and curriculum. You support your child’s daily routine and coordinate any regional requirements, but you’re not expected to be their teacher.

Can we return to a local or private school later?

Yes. bina’s accredited programme ensures your child stays aligned with recognised academic standards, making re-enrolment smooth and straightforward.

What about screens?

Classes are short, interactive, and balanced with hands-on projects, movement, and off-screen time throughout the day.

Do we need to register anywhere before starting?

Yes. Families must declare home education to their regional education authority before the school year begins:

In Flanders, contact the Agentschap voor Onderwijsdiensten (AGODI).

In Wallonia-Brussels, contact the Service de l’Enseignement à Domicile.T

his declaration confirms that you will take responsibility for your child’s education.

Will bina’s programme satisfy Belgium’s inspection requirements?

Yes. We provide structured reports and progress documentation that demonstrate clear learning outcomes — exactly what inspectors look for during periodic evaluations.

Are exams required?

Yes. In the French-speaking region, children take official exams at ages 8, 10, 12, and 14. In Flanders, assessments are less frequent but still required. bina’s curriculum prepares students for these evaluations.

What if we move abroad?

bina travels with you. We’ll help you understand local requirements wherever you go so your child’s learning stays consistent and compliant.