Homeschool schedule for Kindergarten in New York

1. 1Opening rhythm: calendar, chores, read-aloud, or morning basket.
2. 2Kindergarten core block: short lessons, read-aloud time, play, math games, handwriting, and outdoor exploration.
3. 3Breaks: movement, snack, outside time, or quiet reset before attention drops.
4. 4Family subjects: science, history, art, music, or nature study can often combine ages.
5. 5Compliance block: update attendance, work samples, or notes needed for New York.
6. 6End-of-day reset: file work, preview tomorrow, and stop before the routine becomes unsustainable.

180 days per year; around 900 hours for grades 1-6 and 990 hours for grades 7-12.

Keep attendance records and maintain materials supporting quarterly reports and annual assessments.

Yes. New York requires regular assessments, including standardized testing in designated years.

Start smaller than you think. A consistent two-hour routine that actually happens beats an ideal six-hour schedule that burns everyone out.