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Vermont Homeschool Requirements

Moderate Regulation

Vermont requires an annual enrollment notice filed with the Agency of Education at least 10 business days before the start date, and sets a REAL instructional minimum of 175 days/year (16 V.S.A. Sec. 166b). H.461 (Act 66 of 2023, effective July 1, 2023) removed the requirement to submit assessment results or a Minimum Course of Study to the state; families must still complete and retain an assessment (standardized test, licensed-teacher review, or portfolio), but the state no longer reviews it. Because the Agency of Education no longer reviews any evaluation or portfolio, Vermont is classified "moderate" (notice and testing still legally required, but no state-side review), not "high." For homeschool-specific questions, contact [email protected] or (802) 828-6225.

175

days/year

Required

notification

Required

testing

Public schools in Vermont typically start school on Aug 26, 2026. Each district sets its own date, so yours may differ.

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Notification

Required

Deadline: Annual enrollment/continuation notice filed with the Agency of Education at least 10 business days before the intended start date

Testing

Required

Frequency: Annual; family selects one of three options each year: a standardized assessment, review by a Vermont-licensed teacher, or a parent report plus portfolio (summary and at least 4 work samples). Not submitted to the state, retained in family records.

Required Subjects

  • Communication Skills
  • Citizenship History and Government
  • Physical Education
  • Health Education
  • Literature
  • Natural Sciences
  • Fine Arts

Instructional Days Required

175days per year

Report Frequency

annual (enrollment/continuation notice only, no assessment results or portfolio submitted to the state)

Submission Method

Annual enrollment/continuation notice filed with the Vermont Agency of Education via an AOE-provided form. Assessment/portfolio records are not submitted to anyone, retained by the family only.

Key Deadlines

Notification Deadline

Annual enrollment/continuation notice filed with the Agency of Education at least 10 business days before the intended start date

Testing Requirement

Annual; family selects one of three options each year: a standardized assessment, review by a Vermont-licensed teacher, or a parent report plus portfolio (summary and at least 4 work samples). Not submitted to the state, retained in family records.

Report Due

annual (enrollment/continuation notice only, no assessment results or portfolio submitted to the state)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the homeschool requirements in Vermont?+
Vermont requires an annual enrollment notice filed with the Agency of Education at least 10 business days before the start date, and sets a REAL instructional minimum of 175 days/year (16 V.S.A. Sec. 166b). H.461 (Act 66 of 2023, effective July 1, 2023) removed the requirement to submit assessment results or a Minimum Course of Study to the state; families must still complete and retain an assessment (standardized test, licensed-teacher review, or portfolio), but the state no longer reviews it. Because the Agency of Education no longer reviews any evaluation or portfolio, Vermont is classified "moderate" (notice and testing still legally required, but no state-side review), not "high." For homeschool-specific questions, contact [email protected] or (802) 828-6225.
How many instructional days are required for homeschooling in Vermont?+
Vermont requires 175 instructional days per year for homeschooling families.
Does Vermont require notification to homeschool?+
Yes, Vermont requires families to submit notification to homeschool. The deadline is Annual enrollment/continuation notice filed with the Agency of Education at least 10 business days before the intended start date.
Does Vermont require standardized testing for homeschoolers?+
Yes, Vermont requires testing for homeschool students. Testing frequency: Annual; family selects one of three options each year: a standardized assessment, review by a Vermont-licensed teacher, or a parent report plus portfolio (summary and at least 4 work samples). Not submitted to the state, retained in family records..
What subjects are required for homeschooling in Vermont?+
Vermont requires the following subjects to be taught: Communication Skills, Citizenship History and Government, Physical Education, Health Education, Literature, Natural Sciences, Fine Arts.
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