How to homeschool in Oregon
The rules for 2026–27 in plain words: what to send, when, what to teach and what to keep.
✓ Checked against Oregon law on Oct 20, 2026 · See what changed
What changed
Nothing since we began checking Oregon’s own pages every week in October 2026.
- Ages
- 6 to 18
- Notice
- Once
- Tests
- Grades 3, 5, 8, 10
- Set time
- None
What to do
- Notice of intent to your education service districtWithin 10 days of starting
- A standardized test by a qualified neutral person, by Aug 15 after the grade; kept unless asked forin Grades 3, 5, 8, 10
- A new notice of intent, to your new education service districtOnly if you move to another one
- Teach your children at homeYou can teach, with no set qualifications. No set days or hours.
- Keep test results; the ESD’s acknowledgmentWhat Oregon asks you to keep.
Sources: oregonlegislature.gov, oregon.gov
This is a plain summary, not legal advice. Laws change; check with your state or district if you’re unsure. Also see Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, or all 50 states + DC.