DELow Regulation

Homeschooling in Delaware

Delaware requires enrollment in a homeschool association or a letter of non-public school attendance.

Delaware Homeschool Laws & Regulations

Delaware takes a hands-off approach to homeschool regulation. While the state does require some basic paperwork, the overall burden is light. This gives families plenty of room to follow a child-led Montessori approach without jumping through excessive bureaucratic hoops.

To begin homeschooling in Delaware, you must file a notice of intent with the Delaware Department of Education by before september 30 or within 21 days of beginning. Enroll with a recognized homeschool association (such as Tri-State, Cape Henlopen, or Sussex County) or file directly with the DOE.

The state requires instruction in specific subjects including English language arts, Mathematics, Social studies, Science. Our 100% online Montessori Homeschool platform covers all of these through 8,100+ structured daily lessons that integrate practical life, sensorial exploration, language, mathematics, science, geography, and cultural studies — the hallmarks of an authentic Montessori education.

Attendance tracking is required in Delaware: 180 days per year. With Montessori Homeschool, every lesson is timestamped and logged automatically, making it simple to demonstrate compliance at year-end or during any review.

The Montessori approach is a natural fit for homeschooling in Delaware. Rather than rigid textbook learning, children work with hands-on materials at their own pace — developing concentration, independence, and a genuine love of learning. Montessori Homeschool brings this approach into your home with a 100% online platform featuring daily lesson plans, printable materials, parent guides, and built-in compliance tools designed specifically for Delaware families.

Delaware Homeschool Requirements at a Glance

📋Required

Notice of Intent

Enrollment in an approved homeschool association or filing a single-family school report. Due: Before September 30 or within 21 days of beginning

📅Required

Attendance Tracking

At least 180 days of instruction per year

📚Required

Required Subjects

English language arts, Mathematics, Social studies, Science

📝Not Required

Quarterly Reports

No quarterly reports required

📊Not Required

Annual Assessment

No annual testing or evaluation required

📁Not Required

Portfolio

No portfolio required

🎓Not Required

Parent Qualification

No parent education requirement — any parent can homeschool

How to Start Homeschooling in Delaware

  1. 1

    Enroll with a recognized homeschool association, or

  2. 2

    Establish a single-family school and report attendance to the DOE

  3. 3

    Maintain attendance records showing at least 180 days of instruction

Important Deadlines

  • Report enrollment: By September 30 or within 21 days of starting

How Montessori Homeschool Helps Delaware Families

Simple Compliance, Rich Curriculum

  • Automatic attendance logging to meet your state's day requirements
  • Curriculum covers all required subjects and then some
  • Downloadable records if your district ever asks for documentation
  • Daily lesson plans eliminate hours of prep work each week
  • AI-powered parent help for any teaching question

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