New York Homeschool Requirements 2026-2027
Complete guide to New York homeschool requirements for the 2026-2027 school year. Learn about hours, subjects, filing deadlines, required documents, and assessment options.
Hours Requirements
Required Subjects
Elementary (Grades 1-6)
Secondary (Grades 7-12)
Filing Deadlines (2026-2027)
Submit IHIP to school district (due by Aug 15, or 4 weeks after the district sends materials — whichever is later)
Type: ihip
Q1 Quarterly Report (typical date — parent-defined per IHIP)
Type: quarterly
Q2 Quarterly Report (typical date — parent-defined per IHIP)
Type: quarterly
Q3 Quarterly Report (typical date — parent-defined per IHIP)
Type: quarterly
Q4 Quarterly Report (typical date — parent-defined per IHIP)
Type: quarterly
Annual assessment due (filed with the fourth quarterly report)
Type: portfolio
Required Documents
Individualized Home Instruction Plan
Required
Quarterly report (each quarter)
Required
Annual Assessment
Required
Portfolio (if chosen as assessment method)
Optional
Assessment Requirements
Annual assessment is required. Options include:
Standardized Test
Score at or above grade level
Portfolio Evaluation
Review by certified teacher
District Review
Portfolio review by school district
Official Sources
This guide is based on publicly available state requirements. Verify with your state education department. Last verified: October 2026.
