How to start homeschooling in Oregon

Everything you need to legally begin homeschooling in Oregon, broken into clear steps. Plan to spend about an hour completing the paperwork before your first day.

The short version

Oregon requires one-time notification and standardized testing in select grades.

The full process, step by step

Step 1

Identify your local Education Service District (ESD).

Step 2

Submit a one-time Notice of Intent within 10 days of starting.

Step 3

Submit a withdrawal letter to your child's public school if applicable.

Step 4

Plan curriculum based on family goals.

Step 5

Administer standardized testing in grades 3, 5, 8, and 10.

Things that help on day one

A binder, folder, or app to keep paperwork in one place.
Your child's most recent report card or academic records.
A simple weekly rhythm sketched out — even one bullet list of subjects per day.
A camera or phone for documenting the first weeks of moments.
A list of any homeschool co-ops, libraries, or community groups in your area.

Disclaimer: This guide summarises commonly known Oregon homeschool requirements. Laws change. For official, up-to-date legal guidance, consult the HSLDA state guide or your state Department of Education before submitting paperwork.

Read the full Oregon homeschool law summary →

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