Private Schools

Under Arizona law (ARS 15-161), private schools are free to operate as they
see fit without the supervision of state or local education authorities.

However, private schools are required to meet certain guidelines regarding
special education services and health & safety requirements.

As a service to our colleagues in the private school sector, the links below
provide guidance and explanation of various state laws, regulations and legal
opinions that may impact private school operators.

Links

• Title I Private School Services

Forms

• FY 2012 Affirmation of Consultation

Private Schools Providing Special Education Services

• R7-2-401. Special Education Standards for Public Agencies Providing Educational Services
• R7-2-402. Standards for Approval of Special Education Programs in Private Schools
• 15-763. Plan for providing special education; definition
• 15-765. Special education in rehabilitation, corrective or other state and county supported institutions, facilities or homes

Parent Responsibilities

• 15-802. School instruction; exceptions;
  violations; classification; definitions

Health and Safety Requirements

• R9-5-604. Outdoor Activity Areas
• 36-884. Exemptions

Tax Information

• 43-1089. Credit for contributions to school
  tuition organization; definitions
• Department of Revenue – School Tax Credit Information