Homeschool San Antonio · Texas
Homeschooling in San Antonio
11 local places and programs we've checked for homeschool families in San Antonio — museums, libraries, nature programs, excursions and local groups. Programs, dates and prices change, so check each provider's site before you plan a visit.
New to homeschooling in Texas? Start with our guide to the rules, browse the full Texas resource directory, or read about finding groups and co-ops.
Reading activities
- FreeAll ages
San Antonio Public Library card
San Antonio Public Library cards give access to books, e-books, databases and free online tutoring. City residents can get a free card, and other Bexar County residents can get one at a branch; check the site for current eligibility and fees.
Visit mysapl.org ↗ (opens in a new tab) - FreeAll ages
BiblioTech (Bexar County digital library)
Bexar County's all-digital public library offers free cards to county residents for e-books, audiobooks, streaming video and learning databases, with physical branches that have computers and staff help.
Visit bexarbibliotech.org ↗ (opens in a new tab)
Science experiments
- PaidAges 4+
Scobee Planetarium & Scalan Observatory
The planetarium at San Antonio College runs Friday evening public shows, including a child-friendly early show, and weekday programs for school and community groups by reservation. Check the site for current shows and prices.
Visit alamo.edu ↗ (opens in a new tab)
Arts and crafts
- Free + paid optionsAll ages
McNay Art Museum
A modern art museum in San Antonio with family programs and free family days. General admission is free for children 12 and under and for everyone on Thursday evenings and the first Sunday of each month; check the site for current details.
Visit mcnayart.org ↗ (opens in a new tab)
Educational excursions
- PaidAges 6–10
San Antonio Zoo homeschool programs
San Antonio Zoo runs hour-long themed homeschool classes with animal encounters, such as a family safari program that combines a classroom session with a guided walk. Homeschool groups may also book discounted field trips; check the site for current dates and prices.
Visit sazoo.org ↗ (opens in a new tab) - PaidAges 5–14
Witte Museum homeschool days
The Witte Museum covers Texas natural history, science and culture, with dinosaur and human body galleries. It holds themed homeschool days for elementary and middle grades that require advance registration; check the site for current dates and prices.
Visit wittemuseum.org ↗ (opens in a new tab) - Free + paid optionsAges 0–10
The DoSeum
San Antonio's children's museum, with indoor and outdoor exhibits on science, art and literacy for young children. It holds free family nights on the first Monday of the month; check the site for current hours and prices.
Visit thedoseum.org ↗ (opens in a new tab) - Free + paid optionsAges 5–14
The Alamo homeschool field trips
The Alamo offers guided Discovery Tours for homeschool families a few times a year, plus free timed entry to the Alamo Church and paid exhibit and audio tour add-ons. Tickets must be booked in advance; check the site for current dates and prices.
Visit thealamo.org ↗ (opens in a new tab)
Outdoor learning
- FreeAll ages
San Antonio Missions Junior Ranger program
San Antonio Missions National Historical Park offers a free Junior Ranger activity book in English or Spanish, picked up at the Mission San José visitor center or printed at home. The park also runs ranger-led programs for groups that book in advance.
Visit nps.gov ↗ (opens in a new tab) - PaidAges 6–12
San Antonio Botanical Garden educators and schools
The San Antonio Botanical Garden holds themed Homeschool Day mornings with guided tours and activity stations, and groups can book visits with at least two weeks' notice. Check the site for current dates and prices.
Visit sabot.org ↗ (opens in a new tab) - PaidAges 6–12
Mitchell Lake Audubon Center Homeschool Adventures
Outdoor nature classes for homeschooled children at a wetland bird sanctuary in south San Antonio, each on a conservation topic and usually held every other month. Check the site for current dates and prices.
Visit tx.audubon.org ↗ (opens in a new tab)
How homeschooling works in San Antonio
Homeschooling is legal in Texas. Homeschools are treated as private schools: there is no registration, but you must teach a bona fide curriculum in visual form covering reading, spelling, grammar, math and good citizenship.
Homeschooling in San Antonio: common questions
Is homeschooling legal in San Antonio?
Yes. Homeschooling is legal in Texas. Homeschools are treated as private schools: there is no registration, but you must teach a bona fide curriculum in visual form covering reading, spelling, grammar, math and good citizenship.
Where can homeschoolers go for excursions in San Antonio?
Options we've checked include San Antonio Zoo homeschool programs, Witte Museum homeschool days and The DoSeum. Many programs are designed for school groups, so ask whether homeschool families or groups can book, and check current dates and prices.
Do libraries in San Antonio help homeschoolers?
Libraries we've listed for San Antonio include San Antonio Public Library card and BiblioTech (Bexar County digital library). Check each library's site for membership, programs and online learning resources that homeschool families can use.
Can I get homeschool tutoring in San Antonio?
Many families use a tutor for a tricky subject, senior study or test preparation. Our homeschool tutoring guide explains when it helps and what to ask. Success Tutoring is opening learning centers in Texas — check successtutoring.com for availability near San Antonio.
Extra help in San Antonio
If your child needs support in a particular subject, our homeschool tutoring guide explains when a tutor helps and what to ask before you sign up.