Homeschooling in Colorado, planned for you
Start with a clear view of Colorado's notice, subject, attendance, assessment, and recordkeeping rules—then turn them into a homeschool year that works for your family.
Last reviewed August 5, 2026. This guide is informational, not legal advice; verify requirements with Colorado and your local district before acting.
Colorado requirements at a glance
This is the parent-led route most families use. If you enroll through an umbrella, private school, tutor, or public program, that option may have different rules.
- Under the homeschool statute, give a Colorado school district written notice 14 days before starting and annually after that; independent-school and certified-teacher options differ.
- Teach reading, writing, speaking, mathematics, history, civics, literature, science, and the U.S. Constitution.
- Provide 172 days of instruction averaging four hours per day under the homeschool statute.
- Use a nationally standardized test or qualified-person evaluation in grades 3, 5, 7, 9, and 11 and send the result to the selected district or independent school.
- Instruction may be provided by a parent, guardian, or adult relative; no credential is required for the main statute option.
Filing dates to put on your calendar
- Give notice 14 days before beginning and renew it annually.
Governing authority: Colorado Revised Statutes § 22-33-104.5. Local procedures and alternative legal options can add detail.
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Colorado homeschool FAQ
The short version of the questions parents ask before filing, choosing subjects, and setting the school calendar.
Is homeschooling legal in Colorado?
Yes. Homeschooling is legal in Colorado when a family follows the applicable compulsory-education rules. Under the homeschool statute, give a Colorado school district written notice 14 days before starting and annually after that; independent-school and certified-teacher options differ. Requirements can change, so verify your plan with the relevant state agency or local district before you begin.
Do I need to notify the state or district to homeschool in Colorado?
Under the homeschool statute, give a Colorado school district written notice 14 days before starting and annually after that; independent-school and certified-teacher options differ.
What subjects are required for homeschoolers in Colorado?
Teach reading, writing, speaking, mathematics, history, civics, literature, science, and the U.S. Constitution.
How many homeschool days or hours are required in Colorado?
Provide 172 days of instruction averaging four hours per day under the homeschool statute.
Does Colorado require homeschool testing or a portfolio?
Use a nationally standardized test or qualified-person evaluation in grades 3, 5, 7, 9, and 11 and send the result to the selected district or independent school.
Informational, not legal advice. Laws, agency forms, and local procedures can change. Verify current requirements with the relevant Colorado agency and your local district.
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