Homeschooling in Vermont
Keep Your Own Records
Vermont requires you to submit an annual 'Notice of Intent' and confirm you have mapped out a curriculum designated as the 'Minimum Course of Study' (MCOS). You must assess your student annually.
Quick Reference
School Days
-
No minimum
Hours Required
-
No minimum
Subjects
9
required
Notification
Yes
annual
Key Requirements at a Glance
- Submit Notice of Intent annually (recommended by August 1)
- Provide 175 days of instruction
- Cover required subjects (Reading, Math, History, Science, Arts, etc.)
- Conduct an annual assessment (Test, Portfolio, or Teacher Eval)
- Keep assessment results on file (do not submit to state)
Legal Framework
16 V.S.A. 166b.
Required Subjects
Must provide a Minimum Course of Study (MCOS).
Reading
Writing
Math
Natural Sciences
History/Citizenship/Govt
Literature
Health
PE
Fine Arts
Filing Requirements
What to file
Home Study Enrollment Form
When
File enrollment form annually (or 10 days before withdrawing mid-year)
Where
Vermont Agency of Education (AOE)
How to submit
Submit to AOE
What to include
- • Attestation of MCOS plan
- • Attestation of annual assessment
**Act 66 (July 2023) simplified**: You now ATTEST to plan and assessment - no longer submit detailed curriculum. 175 days. MCOS subjects: Communication, Citizenship/History, Health, Literature, Science, Fine Arts. Assessment REQUIRED (test, portfolio, or teacher eval) but results kept PRIVATE - not submitted. Dual enrollment (Act 77) allowed. Sports allowed locally.
Testing Requirements
Required: Yes
Frequency: Annual
Grades: All
Must assess annually via Standardized Test, Portfolio, or Teacher Evaluation. Keep results on file.
How to Get Started
- 1
Develop MCOS
Create your 'Minimum Course of Study' (curriculum plan) covering required subjects.
- •Plan for 175 days
- •Ensure all subjects are covered
Tip: You don't need to submit the detailed plan, but you must attest you have one. - 2
Submit Notice of Intent
File the form with the Agency of Education.
- •Attest to MCOS
- •Attest to annual assessment plan
Tip: August 1st is the standard target date.Annually (10 days before starting)
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓Flexible assessment options
- ✓No need to submit results (privacy)
- ✓Broad subject requirements
Cons
- •Annual paperwork
- •Must still conduct assessment
Sports & Activities
Allowed at local public school.
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Last updated: 2025-12-17 · VT homeschool law guide