at what age should kids stay home alone for a few hours
8 to 10 years - Should not be left alone for more than 1Â½ hours and only during daylight and early evening hours. 11 to 12 years - May be left alone for up to 3 hours but not late at night or in circumstances requiring inappropriate responsibility. 13 to 15 years - May be left unsupervised, but not overnight. 16 to 17 years - May be left unsupervised (in some cases, for up to two consecutive overnight periods).