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How to withdraw your child from public school in Florida.

Yes — homeschooling is legal in Florida. The most common path is to file a Notice of Intent with your county school district within 30 days of starting, then complete an annual evaluation each year.

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Last reviewed May 5, 2026

Florida requires a Notice of Intent filed with your county district within 30 days, plus an annual evaluation each year. Calendar both now or you'll forget.

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Who are you withdrawing in Florida?

Add every child you're pulling from school. We'll list them on the letter and produce one packet for the whole family. Use the legal name on school records.

Child 1

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School Administration

Florida

May 5, 2026

RE: Withdrawal of student

Dear Principal,

I am writing to inform you that, effective immediately, I am withdrawing my child from your school. As of the date of this letter, my child will no longer be enrolled at this school.

In accordance with Florida law (Fla. Stat. § 1002.41), I am establishing a home education program for my child. I will file a Notice of Intent with the your district Superintendent within 30 days of beginning, and I will maintain a portfolio of educational records as required.

Please remove my child from your attendance roll as of the effective date below and forward all academic records to the address listed on this letter. My child is now legally enrolled in a home education program and is no longer subject to public-school compulsory attendance.

I do not consent to a home visit, interview, or in-person meeting as a condition of this withdrawal.

Effective date of withdrawal

May 5, 2026

Sincerely,

Date: May 5, 2026

Children covered by this withdrawal

What happens after you withdraw in Florida

Florida requires you to file a Notice of Intent with your county school district superintendent within 30 days of starting. The form is on your county district's homeschool page (search "[your county] FL home education").

By day 1

Deliver this withdrawal letter to the principal in person, by certified mail, or by email with read receipt.

14d

By day 14

File a Notice of Intent with your county school district superintendent. Each Florida county has its own form; search "[county] FL home education".

21d

By day 21

Set up a portfolio binder. Florida requires you to keep this for 2 years and make it available to the superintendent on 15 days written notice.

30d

By day 30

Begin daily attendance tracking and start collecting reading list entries — Florida requires the portfolio to include "a list of titles of reading materials used".

60d

By day 60

Choose your annual evaluation method (5 options: certified teacher review, nationally normed test, state assessment, psychologist evaluation, or county-approved alternative). Calendar the evaluation date one year out.

90d

By day 90

Optional: enroll in an umbrella school (private school option) if the annual evaluation requirement feels heavy. Many Florida families choose this path.

Frequently asked questions about Florida withdrawals

Is homeschooling legal in Florida?

Do I need to file a Notice of Intent in Florida?

What does Florida require beyond the withdrawal letter?

In Florida, beyond the withdrawal letter you'll need to file a notice of intent (or equivalent declaration) with the state or your district. Florida requires a portfolio of student work, available for review. Verify the current procedure on the Florida Department of Education website before filing.

What records do I need to keep in Florida?

Florida doesn't specify required hours or days, but keeping a daily attendance log and a portfolio of work samples is the standard precaution. The wizard generates both.

Can I generate one letter for multiple kids in Florida?

Yes. The wizard supports up to 10 children per family. The letter lists each child by name, grade, and date of birth; one packet covers the entire withdrawal.

Official sources

HSLDA — Florida Laws Florida Dept. of Education

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We’re not your attorney. Always verify Florida-specific requirements with your Department of Education before filing. For edge cases — religious exemption, IEP/504 disputes, custody contests — call HSLDA or a local attorney.