How to start homeschooling in Utah

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

The short version

Utah requires a one-time signed affidavit. No further state oversight after that.

The full process, step by step

Step 1

Obtain the homeschool affidavit form from your local district.

Step 2

Sign and submit (one-time only — no annual refiling).

Step 3

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

Step 4

Plan curriculum equivalent to public school subjects and hours.

Step 5

Maintain personal records.

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 Utah 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 Utah homeschool law summary →

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