Very EasyCompulsory ages: 7 to 18 years old.

Homeschooling in Indiana

Simple rules: 180 days of instruction, zero registration required.

Indiana is a low-regulation state where homeschools operate as non-accredited private schools. There is no requirement to register with the state, although an optional online portal exists. The primary requirement is to provide instruction for 180 days per year.

Quick Reference

School Days

No minimum

Hours Required

No minimum

Subjects

required

Notification

none

Key Requirements at a Glance

You must provide instruction for 180 days per year.
Registration with the state is completely optional.
Instruction must be in English.
You must keep attendance records.

Legal Framework

Indiana Code 20-33-2 governs compulsory attendance and private school equivalency.

Required Subjects

Must be 'equivalent' to public school instruction and in English.

Language Arts

Mathematics

Science

Social Studies

Filing Requirements

**No notification required**. IDOE offers optional reporting but it is NOT mandatory. CRITICAL: Must provide 180 days of instruction (July 1 to June 30). Keep accurate daily attendance records. HB 1348 (2025): Homeschool diplomas MUST be recognized by state colleges/employers. Work permits may need proof of schooling. **Sports: NOT guaranteed** - IHSAA generally requires enrollment in member school. Access is difficult and rare.

Testing Requirements

Required: No

Frequency: N/A

Grades: N/A

None required.

How to Get Started

1
Withdraw (If applicable)
If your child is in public school, notify them of withdrawal.
- •Send a withdrawal letter to the principal.
- •Request school records/transcripts.
Tip: Do not just stop sending your child; this avoids truancy flags.
Immediately
2
Start Teaching
Begin your 180 days of instruction.
- •Start your attendance log immediately.
Tip: The school year runs July 1 to June 30.
Immediately

Pros & Cons

Pros

✓No mandatory registration
✓Curriculum freedom
✓No testing

Cons

•Must track 180 days rigorously
•Optional reporting can be confusing (state asks for it, but law doesn't require it)

Help with the cost in Indiana

Program	Amount	Who qualifies	Official site
Indiana Choice Scholarship ProgramVoucherThis is a private SCHOOL voucher, not a homeschool ESA. Homeschoolers can access it only by enrolling in an eligible private school.	Up to ~$7,500 per student (varies by grade)	Students must meet income requirements or have attended public school.	indianachoicescholarship.org

Amounts as this guide lists them, last reviewed 2025-12-17. The official site has this year's figure.

Homeschool Funding by US State in 2026: ESAs, Tax Credits, and Charter Programs

Sports & Activities

**NOT Guaranteed**. The IHSAA generally requires full enrollment in the member school. Access is difficult and rare for homeschoolers compared to other states.

Questions about homeschooling in Indiana

Is the online registration mandatory?

No. The IDOE website might make it look important, but state law does not require you to report your enrollment.

Does the 180 days have to follow the public school calendar?

No. You can school on weekends, summers, or any schedule you like, as long as you log 180 distinct days between July 1 and June 30.

Can I homeschool my special needs child?

Yes, but you waive your rights to public school special education services (FAPE).

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