FAQs

Is homeschooling legal in California?
How do I homeschool legally in California?
What is the Private School (formerly R-4) Affidavit?
How do I obtain/file the Private School Affidavit?
How do I find out more about ISPs and home study charter schools?

Is homeschooling legal in California? | top
Despite what you may hear your relatives or public officials saying, homeschooling is legal in California. In fact, we are blessed with a number of ways to homeschool and live within the law. In Sonoma County, we have a variety of choices including home study charter schools, public school independent study programs (ISPs), private independent study programs, and independent homeshooling (Private School Affidavit filers).

How do I homeschool legally in California? | top
For a full rundown on all the legalities, you can visit any of the statewide homeschool organization websites:

HomeSchool Assocation of California (HSC)
www.hsc.org

California Homeschool Network (CHN)
www.californiahomeschool.net

Christian Home Educators Association of California
www.cheaofca.org

What is the Private School Affidavit? | top
The Private School Affidavit (formerly R-4) is a form private schools file to notify the state that they exist (if they have more than 6 students, they also get published in a directory of private schools). Homeschoolers file the Private School Affidavit to create a private school for their children. For more information, please go to one of the websites listed above.

How do I obtain/file the Private School Affidavit? | top
New schools must file the Private School Affidavit on-line. Please visit one of the state organizations listed above to get the full story on how to fill out and file this form.

For more detailed info on filing the Private School Affidavit, visit one of the websites above. You can also call Katie at 707-829-2382 or e-mail her at perrywalkers@earthlink.net.

How do I find out more about ISPs and home study charter schools? | top
For more information, you can call Kathleen at 707.579.5224 or Sharon at 707.539.2207. A complete list of Sonoma County Office of Education - contact Lace Moore, Secretary of Safe Schools. Call 707.524.2888 or e-mail: lmoore@scoe.org.

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