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Delaware homeschool letter of intent

Some states require a notice, affidavit, private-school enrollment step, or other paperwork before or soon after homeschooling begins. This page explains the current Delaware notice picture in plain English and gives a safe template framework without pretending every family needs the same form.

Plain-English note: this is a parent guide, not legal advice. Use the official source links at the bottom of the page before a deadline or filing decision.

Is a letter or notice required?

Yes. Delaware homeschoolers using the common single-family or multi-family options must file annual enrollment and attendance reports. The coordinated option also involves the local superintendent.

Who receives it?

Usually the Delaware Department of Education through its reporting system. The coordinated option also requires contact with the local superintendent.

When is it due?

Enrollment is due on or before September 30 each year, and end-of-year attendance is due on or before July 31.

What to include if notice is required

  1. 1Parent or guardian name and contact information.
  2. 2Student name and age or birth date, if the state or district form asks for it.
  3. 3A clear statement that you are beginning or continuing a homeschool program in Delaware.
  4. 4Any required subjects, attendance, or instruction assurances specifically requested by Delaware or your local district.
  5. 5Your signature and the date sent. Keep a copy and proof of delivery.

Parent-safe template wording

Template starter: “I am notifying you that I intend to homeschool my child in accordance with Delaware homeschool requirements. I will provide home instruction and maintain any records required by state law.” Customize this to match the official form or local instruction before sending.

Free printables

Download the homeschool starter kit

Print these before you start: a state startup checklist, letter-of-intent template, attendance tracker, and high-school transcript template.

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New homeschool families

State homeschool startup checklist

A printable first-week checklist for choosing your pathway, handling notices or withdrawal, tracking deadlines, and setting up records.

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Notice or withdrawal paperwork

Homeschool letter of intent template

A parent-safe fill-in notice/withdrawal template with reminders to use official state forms when required.

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Recordkeeping

Homeschool attendance tracker

A simple school-year tracker for days, hours, holidays, field trips, and notes you can keep with your records.

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High school planning

Homeschool transcript template

A fill-in high-school transcript starter with course records, credit summary, and parent certification lines.

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These printables are general planning tools, not legal advice. Always verify the current rule on your state page and official source links before filing deadlines.

Frequently asked questions

Where do I send a Delaware homeschool letter of intent?

Usually the Delaware Department of Education through its reporting system. The coordinated option also requires contact with the local superintendent.

What is the Delaware homeschool notification deadline?

Enrollment is due on or before September 30 each year, and end-of-year attendance is due on or before July 31.

Should I keep a copy?

Yes. Even when Delaware paperwork is light, keep a dated copy of anything you send plus proof of delivery or school withdrawal confirmation.

Check the full requirement list before sending anything

Notice is only one part of starting homeschool. Review subjects, records, testing, and age requirements for Delaware.

Delaware homeschool requirements

Sources for Delaware

Last verified: 2026-04-20. Last updated: 2026-04-20.