California Homeschool Letter of Intent
Generate a free affidavit for California. Customized to meet the requirements of California Education Code Section 33190.
California requires written notification
Under California Education Code Section 33190, you must submit a affidavit to your California Department of Education (CDE). Deadline: October 1-15 annually (file each year during this window).
Your Information
Parent, Child & Program
California Requirements
California homeschools filing as private schools must choose a name for their school. This can be any name you choose.
The total number of children who will be enrolled in your homeschool.
The name of the person providing instruction. California requires that the instructor be "capable of teaching."
Recipient
The Private School Affidavit (R-4 form) must be filed online through the California Department of Education during the October 1-15 filing window each year.
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What Your Letter Will Include
Based on California Education Code Section 33190, your letter will include:
- Parent/guardian name and contact information
- Child's name and date of birth
- Statement of intent to homeschool
- Reference to California Education Code Section 33190
- Private School Name (California homeschools filing as private schools must choose a name for their school. This can be any name you choose.)
- Number of Students Enrolled (The total number of children who will be enrolled in your homeschool.)
- Instructor Name (The name of the person providing instruction. California requires that the instructor be "capable of teaching.")
Relevant Legal Language
Under California Education Code Section 33190, persons, firms, associations, partnerships, or corporations offering or conducting private school instruction on the elementary or high school level shall, between October 1 and October 15 of each year, file with the Superintendent of Public Instruction an affidavit or statement of prescribed information.
Disclaimer: This letter is generated for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Laws change — verify current requirements with your local school district or consult a qualified attorney before submitting.