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New York · Detailed rules
New York asks you to file a notice before you begin. Here is what goes in it, when it is due, and what happens after.
VerifiedMarch 2026
Written from New York's own rules. If a step is missing below, it is because your state does not ask for it.
Withdraw from the school your child attends now
If your child is currently enrolled in a public school, tell the school in writing that you are moving to home education. Keep a dated copy for yourself — it is the record that closes out their enrollment.
Send your notice of intent
New York asks families to file a notice before they begin. The deadline is: Notice of Intent (NOI) due by July 1 annually, or within 14 days of starting homeschool mid-year. The district must send you a copy of the regulation and an IHIP form within 10 business days of getting your notice. Return the completed IHIP by August 15 or within 4 weeks of receiving the form, whichever is later. You will do this again at the start of every school year. It goes to New York State Education Department (NYSED) / Local School District Superintendent.
Cover the subjects the state names
New York names 4 subject areas to teach. How you teach them, in what order, and with which materials is entirely up to you.
Keep a light record as you go
Attendance, a few work samples each term, and a running list of what you covered. New York does not require you to keep records, but a simple folder of work samples makes transcripts and college applications far easier later on.
Plan the assessment early
New York asks for an assessment. You can choose from: Written narrative (grades 1–8 only; in grades 4–8 no more often than every other school year), prepared by a New York State-certified teacher, a home instruction peer review panel, or another person who has interviewed your child and reviewed a portfolio of work, chosen with the superintendent's consent; Commercially published norm-referenced achievement test (any grade; the only option for grades 9–12). The score counts as adequate if the composite is above the 33rd percentile on national norms or shows one academic year of growth compared with a prior test. The annual assessment is filed with the fourth quarterly report. Deciding early which route you will take saves a scramble.
No program on file yet
We do not have a verified New York education savings account, scholarship, or tax credit for homeschooling families on file. That may mean the state has none, or it may mean we have not confirmed one yet — we would rather say so than point you at something we have not checked. State programs change often, so it is worth asking New York State Education Department (NYSED) / Local School District Superintendent directly.
Is homeschooling legal in New York?
Yes. Homeschooling is legal in New York. New York has stricter homeschool regulations than most states. Koydo's calendar and records tools can help you keep track of the dates and paperwork it lists.
Do I need to file a Notice of Intent to homeschool in New York?
Yes. New York requires families to file a Notice of Intent by Notice of Intent (NOI) due by July 1 annually, or within 14 days of starting homeschool mid-year. The district must send you a copy of the regulation and an IHIP form within 10 business days of getting your notice. Return the completed IHIP by August 15 or within 4 weeks of receiving the form, whichever is later.. This notice must be renewed annually.
How many instruction days are required in New York?
New York requires 180 days / 900 hours a year.
What subjects are required by law in New York?
New York requires instruction in the following subjects: K–12 (all grades): Patriotism and citizenship, health education (alcohol/drugs/tobacco), highway/traffic safety, fire and arson prevention, Grades 1–6: Reading, writing, arithmetic, spelling, English, geography, U.S. history, science, health, music, visual arts, physical education, plus bilingual education and/or English as a second language where the need is indicated (900 hours/year), Grades 7–8: English (2 credits), history/geography (2), science (2), math (2), art (0.5), music (0.5), physical education, health, practical arts, library skills (990 hours/year), Grades 9–12: Math (2 credits), English (4), social studies (4, including 1 American history, 0.5 participation in government and 0.5 economics), science (2), art or music (1), health (0.5), physical education (2), electives (3) (990 hours/year; 1 unit = 6,480 minutes, or 108 hours, of instruction per year).
Does New York require annual assessment for homeschoolers?
Yes. New York requires annual assessment. Accepted methods include: Written narrative (grades 1–8 only; in grades 4–8 no more often than every other school year), prepared by a New York State-certified teacher, a home instruction peer review panel, or another person who has interviewed your child and reviewed a portfolio of work, chosen with the superintendent's consent, Commercially published norm-referenced achievement test (any grade; the only option for grades 9–12). The score counts as adequate if the composite is above the 33rd percentile on national norms or shows one academic year of growth compared with a prior test. The annual assessment is filed with the fourth quarterly report.
Do I need a teaching certificate to homeschool in New York?
No. New York does not require parents to hold a teaching certificate or any specific educational credential to homeschool their children.
Can homeschoolers participate in public school sports in New York?
Rules about homeschooled students taking part in public school sports and activities differ by state and by district. Check with your local school district and your state athletic association.
Each year New York families file a notice of intent, an IHIP, four quarterly reports and an annual assessment. The 8 NYCRR Part 100.10 regulations must be followed carefully. NYC families have separate submission addresses. Assessment standard: composite above 33rd percentile OR one year of academic growth. NYC-specific: use LetterofIntent@schools.nyc.gov and Homeschool@schools.nyc.gov. Compulsory ages: 6–16 (17 in New York City).
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Last checked in March 2026. Laws change between checks, so confirm anything you are about to file with New York State Education Department (NYSED) / Local School District Superintendent. This is information for families, not legal advice.