New York

Overview

Notice Requirements

Assessment Requirements

Curriculum & Qualifications

Additional Notes

New York has the most complex homeschool regulations in the nation: IHIP, 4 quarterly reports, and annual assessments create significant ongoing paperwork. The 8 NYCRR Part 100.10 regulations must be followed carefully. NYC families have separate submission addresses. The New York Home Educators Network (NYHEN) and Long Island Homeschoolers Association provide support. Assessment standard: composite above 33rd percentile OR one year of academic growth. NYC-specific: use LetterofIntent@schools.nyc.gov and Homeschool@schools.nyc.gov. Compulsory ages: 6–16/17.

Tips for Homeschooling in New York

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   File your notice on time: "Notice of Intent (NOI) due by July 1 annually, or within 14 days of starting homeschool mid-year. District sends back an IHIP form; completed IHIP must be returned by August 15 or within 4 weeks of receiving it.". Set a calendar reminder 2 weeks before to prepare documents.

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   Choose your assessment method early. Options include: Written narrative evaluation by a certified teacher (grades 1–3; also alternating years for grades 4–8), Nationally normed standardized achievement test with composite score above 33rd percentile OR one year of academic growth vs. prior year (grades 4–8 every other year; grades 9–12 annually). Many families find portfolio reviews the least stressful.

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   Join a local New York homeschool co-op or support group. Peer connections help with curriculum sharing, field trips, and social opportunities for your learner.