Oregon Homeschool Notice of Intent

Notification to Your Education Service District

Oregon requires homeschool families to notify their local Education Service District (ESD) in writing. Under ORS 339.030 and 339.035, you must file this notification:

• Within 10 days of withdrawing your child from a public or private school
• Within 10 days of the start of the school year if you are continuing to homeschool
• Within 10 days of moving to a new ESD's jurisdiction

Oregon's compulsory attendance law covers children ages 6 through 18. The notification is a simple written statement that you intend to educate your child at home. There is no application or approval process; the ESD does not have the authority to deny your notification. Oregon has 19 Education Service Districts serving different regions of the state, so find yours through the Oregon Department of Education's website.

No Teacher Qualifications Required

Oregon does not require the teaching parent to hold a teaching certificate, college degree, high school diploma, or any other credential. Any parent or legal guardian may educate their child at home.

No Mandatory Subjects or Curriculum

Oregon takes a notably hands-off approach to what you teach. The state does not mandate specific subjects, curriculum, or instructional materials for homeschoolers. You may choose to align with Oregon Content Standards, but doing so is entirely optional. This gives you complete freedom to tailor your educational program to your child's interests, learning style, and goals.

No Attendance or Instructional Hour Requirements

Unlike many states, Oregon does not specify minimum school days, hours of instruction, or attendance requirements for homeschoolers. There is no mandate to teach 180 days or any set number of hours per day. You set your own schedule.

No Recordkeeping Requirements

Oregon does not require homeschool families to maintain attendance records, course logs, or portfolios. However, keeping your own records is highly recommended for college applications, re-enrollment in public school, and tracking your child's progress over time.

Withdrawing from Public School

If your child is currently enrolled in a public or private school, the withdrawal process is straightforward:

1. Notify your local ESD in writing within 10 days
2. Notify the school your child currently attends that you are withdrawing them
3. If your child has never attended public or private school, you still must notify the ESD when instruction begins or at the start of the school year

Once you have filed the notification, you can begin homeschooling immediately. No waiting period or approval is needed.