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High regulationHow to withdraw your child from public school in New York.
Yes — homeschooling is legal in New York. New York has one of the most documentation-heavy frameworks in the country: notice of intent within 14 days of starting, an Individualized Home Instruction Plan (IHIP) within 4 weeks, quarterly reports, and an annual assessment.
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New York's 14-day Letter of Intent clock starts the day you withdraw. Miss it and the district can claim non-compliance. Send the LOI by certified mail with return receipt as soon as the principal acknowledges withdrawal.
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Yes — homeschooling is legal in New York. New York has one of the most documentation-heavy frameworks in the country: notice of intent within 14 days of starting, an Individualized Home Instruction Plan (IHIP) within 4 weeks, quarterly reports, and an annual assessment.
Who are you withdrawing in New York?
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.
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What happens after you withdraw in New York
New York requires a Letter of Intent within 14 days of starting home instruction, followed by an Individualized Home Instruction Plan (IHIP) within four weeks. Quarterly reports and an annual assessment follow. The 14-day clock starts the moment you withdraw.
By day 1
Deliver this withdrawal letter to the principal. New York districts respond quickly; certified mail with return receipt is strongly recommended.
By day 14
File the Letter of Intent (LOI) with your district superintendent. THIS IS A HARD DEADLINE. Use NYHEN's template or your district's form.
By day 21
The district must respond with an IHIP form and a copy of 8 NYCRR § 100.10 within 10 business days of receiving your LOI. Follow up if you don't hear back.
By day 30
Begin compiling your IHIP: subjects to be taught, materials/curriculum, list of instructors. Keep it factual and minimal.
By day 42
Submit your IHIP within 4 weeks of receiving the district's forms. The district then has 10 business days to either accept or deficiency-flag it.
By day 90
File your first quarterly report. NY requires four quarterly reports per year, plus an annual assessment by June 30 (testing for grades 4+, written narrative for grades 1-3).
Frequently asked questions about New York withdrawals
Is homeschooling legal in New York?
Yes — homeschooling is legal in New York. New York has one of the most documentation-heavy frameworks in the country: notice of intent within 14 days of starting, an Individualized Home Instruction Plan (IHIP) within 4 weeks, quarterly reports, and an annual assessment.
Do I need to file a Notice of Intent in New York?
New York requires a Letter of Intent within 14 days of starting home instruction, followed by an Individualized Home Instruction Plan (IHIP) within four weeks. Quarterly reports and an annual assessment follow. The 14-day clock starts the moment you withdraw.
What does New York require beyond the withdrawal letter?
In New York, beyond the withdrawal letter you'll need to file a notice of intent (or equivalent declaration) with the state or your district. Periodic standardized testing is also required. Verify the current procedure on the New York Department of Education website before filing.
What records do I need to keep in New York?
New York expects 180 days of instruction and 900 hours of instruction per year. The attendance log we generate is sized to that requirement; keep it filled in by hand or use Homeschool OS to track automatically.
Can I generate one letter for multiple kids in New York?
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.
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Want this all tracked automatically going forward?
Homeschool OS handles the New York attendance log, compliance deadlines, and portfolio for you — pre-configured for your state. Free for 21 days, no card.
Start your free trialWe’re not your attorney. Always verify New York-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.