Homeschooling in Colorado
A practical starting point for Colorado families: what to file, what to track, and what state funding (if any) you can use.
At a glance
Notice annually, log 172 days, and submit standardized tests or evaluations in odd grades.
No statewide ESA program at this time.
In-depth guides
Colorado homeschool laws
Notification, record-keeping, testing, and umbrella-school rules for Colorado families.
Read the guide
Colorado homeschool funding
Colorado's funding landscape — what programs exist, who they serve, and why homeschoolers may or may not qualify.
Read the guide
Getting started in Colorado
A high-level checklist tailored to Colorado’s rules. Specifics like form numbers and deadlines live in the in-depth state laws guide above.
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Understand Colorado's homeschool requirements
All homeschool families in Colorado follow the same legal pathway. Notice annually, log 172 days, and submit standardized tests or evaluations in odd grades. There is no separate umbrella-school or charter option.
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File annual notice
Submit written notice to your local school district each year and plan for at least 172 days of instruction.
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Complete odd-grade assessments
In odd-numbered grades, submit standardized test results or a qualified evaluator's review to your district by the required deadline.
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Choose curriculum and plan your year
Choose curriculum that fits your child's grade level and any required subjects, then sketch a year-long plan you can adjust as you go.
Frequently asked
Do I need to notify the state to homeschool in Colorado?
Yes. You'll file a notice of intent annually and maintain the records the state expects (attendance, portfolio, or progress reports depending on the state).
Does Colorado require homeschool standardized testing?
Periodic standardized testing or an evaluator-written narrative is typically required. Check the state summary above for the exact cadence.
Can homeschool families in Colorado access ESA or scholarship funding?
No statewide ESA program at this time.
How do I withdraw my child from public school in Colorado?
Send a written withdrawal letter to the school's principal or registrar. Keep a dated copy. Once you have filed any state-required notice, your child is considered a homeschooler and the public school no longer needs to mark them absent.
Related states
Other states with similar regulation and a comparable funding posture.
Numa keeps Colorado compliance on autopilot.
- Pre-filled forms for your state's notice and reporting
- Attendance, portfolio, and assessment tracking by grade
- Curriculum planning that matches state requirements