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Delaware

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Homeschool legal: ✅ Yes ·Last verified: 2026-03 ·State code: DE

Overview

Instruction days
No minimum requirement
Legal status
Homeschooling is legal in this state
Regulatory body
Delaware Department of Education (DDOE) — online enrollment and attendance reporting via EdAccess
Official website
https://education.delaware.gov/families/homeschooling/

Notice Requirements

Notice required
Yes — notice must be filed
Deadline
Annual enrollment report submitted via DDOE online account by September 30. Annual attendance report submitted via DDOE online form by July 31.
Frequency
Annual — must re-file each school year
Reporting
Required (annually)

Assessment Requirements

Assessment required
No — assessment is optional

Curriculum & Qualifications

Required subjects
Options 1 and 2: No specific subject requirements mandated by state law.Option 3 (coordinated with school district): Same subjects as public schools at superintendent's direction.
Teacher qualifications
No specific teaching credentials required
Portfolio
No portfolio requirement

Additional Notes

Delaware is a low-regulation state. The annual DDOE online enrollment (by September 30) and attendance (by July 31) reports are the primary compliance requirements. No testing, no teacher qualifications, no mandatory subjects for Options 1 and 2. The Delaware Home Education Association (DHEA) is a key community resource. Compulsory ages: 5–16.

Tips for Homeschooling in Delaware

  1. 1

    File your notice on time: "Annual enrollment report submitted via DDOE online account by September 30. Annual attendance report submitted via DDOE online form by July 31.". Set a calendar reminder 2 weeks before to prepare documents.

  2. 2

    No formal assessment is required in Delaware. Consider voluntary portfolio tracking to document your child's progress for college applications.

  3. 3

    Join a local Delaware homeschool co-op or support group. Peer connections help with curriculum sharing, field trips, and social opportunities for your learner.

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Disclaimer: This information is provided for educational purposes only and may not reflect the most current regulations. Always verify requirements directly with Delaware Department of Education (DDOE) — online enrollment and attendance reporting via EdAccess or a qualified education attorney.