Homeschool vs public school in Delaware

Homeschooling is legal in Delaware through three recognized options, with the single-family homeschool option being the most common.

Broad for the common single-family and multi-family homeschool options. The coordinated option is more restrictive because it must satisfy the superintendent that instruction is regular, thorough, and aligned with public school subjects.

Keep copies of your annual enrollment and attendance filings, attendance logs, course lists, work samples, and high school records. If you run a multi-family homeschool, the liaison should keep the reporting records for the group.

No statewide standardized testing is required for Delaware homeschool options covered here.

Public school sports access is not guaranteed in a simple statewide way for every homeschooler, so eligibility often depends on district and athletic rules. Access to special education services can depend on district practice and whether the student is enrolled in a public program. Independent homeschoolers may have more limited access than full-time public school students. Yes. Delaware allows a multi-family homeschool option for families who want to coordinate together, though it is not the same as a classic church-school umbrella in some other states.