How to start homeschooling in Vermont

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

The short version

Vermont requires annual enrollment and end-of-year assessment. Curriculum must include several required subject areas.

The full process, step by step

Step 1

Submit an enrollment notice with curriculum description to the Vermont AOE.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Plan curriculum across all seven required subject areas.

Step 4

Track 175 days of instruction.

Step 5

Submit end-of-year assessment.

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 Vermont 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 Vermont homeschool law summary →

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