Homeschooling in Delaware
Tend Wonder makes it easy to start homeschooling in Delaware. This guide explains who can homeschool, how to give notice, what to plan and record, and how testing works. Tend Wonder then follows your child’s curiosity and helps you find hands-on ideas, books, resources and nearby experiences around Delaware. Document your learning together in a Learning Journey, and use Education Coverage to see how your child’s activities connect to learning areas in Delaware.
Requirements
How to start homeschooling in Delaware
Ages and exceptions
You must still open a homeschool if you use an online school, program or curriculum.
You do not have to open a homeschool with DDOE if your child is 16 or older.
You must contact the liaison or administrator to determine enrollment steps if your child will attend a homeschool involving multiple families.
Register or give notice
You must open a nonpublic school with the Delaware Department of Education and enroll your children to homeschool.
You must withdraw your child from their previous school once they are enrolled in your homeschool.
You must submit annual enrollment by September 30 reflecting enrollment on the last school day in September.
Keep records
You must report annual attendance to DDOE by July 31 using its prescribed forms.
You are advised to keep an academic portfolio including grades, attendance and test scores.(recommended)
Official resources
- Register for a Nonpublic School - Delaware Department of Education
Delaware Department of Education
- Homeschools and Private Schools - Delaware Department of Education
Delaware Department of Education
Sources checked November 4, 2026
General information, not legal advice. Requirements can change. Check the official resources for your family's circumstances.
Financial support
Homeschool funding in Delaware
Programs open to homeschoolers
Your homeschooled child can receive one free driver education course if they are a Delaware resident.
Good to know
Your child must be registered in a public or nonpublic school at graduation to take advantage of SEED and INSPIRE scholarships.
Official sources
Last checked November 4, 2026. Eligibility rules change, so confirm with the program before applying.
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