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Considering Homeschooling?
Considering Homeschooling?
Virginia's Compulsory Attendance Code
In Virginia, children aged 5 through 17 are required to attend school, but the term “school” does not necessarily mean an institution. Home instruction and approved tutoring are deemed as complying with the Compulsory Attendance Code. A religious exemption from the code can also be granted.
The term “homeschooling” applies to Virginia families who have chosen any of these three avenues for educating their children.
Home Instruction
Send an annual Notice of Intent (NOI) and Evidence of Progress to your school division.
Approved Tutor
Send a one-time notice to your school division that an approved tutor will be tutoring your child. A parent with a current Virginia teaching certificate can be an approved tutor.
Religious Exemption
Petition the local school board (not the school division) to grant a religious exemption from the Compulsory Attendance Code.