Is homeschooling legal in Nevada?
Yes, homeschooling is fully legal in Nevada. Nevada keeps homeschooling simple: one Notice of Intent, one time, with a short educational plan attached. No testing, no annual paperwork, no required hours. Here's how to file it and start.
Nevada homeschool requirements at a glance
| Notice required | Yes, a one-time Notice of Intent to your district superintendent. |
|---|---|
| Required subjects | Yes, English language arts, math, science, social studies. |
| Testing / assessment | No. |
| Recordkeeping | No (but smart to keep). |
| Parent qualifications | None. |
Nevada homeschool law in detail
We link the governing law so you can read it yourself instead of taking our word for it. The governing law is NRS Chapter 388D.
Notice / letter of intent
One-time written Notice of Intent to the superintendent of the district where your child lives. File before you begin, or no later than 10 days after withdrawing from public school, or no later than 30 days after moving to Nevada. No annual refiling; file a new notice within 30 days only if your name or address changes. The Nevada DOE provides the official form (English and Spanish); the district returns a written acknowledgment, your proof of compliance.
Required subjects
Your educational plan covers English language arts, math, science, and social studies (including history, geography, economics, government), appropriate to your child's age and skill level. The law says the plan can't be used to deny your right to homeschool.
Required days or hours
None.
Recordkeeping
No specific records required. Keeping the acknowledgment letter and a portfolio is a good habit.
Testing and assessment
None, no testing, portfolio review, or outside evaluation.
Withdrawing from public school
Formally withdraw before or as you start (a short dated letter to the school). Your Notice of Intent must be on file no later than 10 days after withdrawal; filing it is what excuses your child from compulsory attendance.
How to start homeschooling in Nevada
- Pick the date you'll officially begin so you know your filing window.
- If currently enrolled, formally withdraw your child with a short written notice to the school.
- Download the State of Nevada Notice of Intent to Homeschool form from the Nevada DOE site.
- Write a simple educational plan listing materials/curriculum for the four required subjects, matched to your child's age and skill level (not a daily schedule).
- File the notice with your district superintendent and keep the written acknowledgment they send back.
File your notice
Nevada requires a one-time written Notice of Intent to Homeschool filed with your resident school district superintendent. The Nevada DOE homeschooling page links the standard notice form.
No login and no fee to file. If you need wording, our fill-in-the-blank letter template is just below.
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Nevada Notice of Intent, official form + withdrawal letter
Fill-in-the-blank and ready to send. Free, no email required.
Download the free templateFind homeschool families near you in Nevada
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Visit website - North Carson Homeschool Cooperative · Carson City
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Forest & Nature School
- Free Forest School of Las Vegas · Las Vegas
Free group for young children and their caregivers to explore nature together
Visit website - Great Basin Outdoor School · Reno-Tahoe
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Waldorf School
- Lotus & Ivy · Virtual
Virtual Waldorf-inspired K-8 school offering live online interactive classes
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Homeschooling in nearby states
Nevada homeschooling FAQ
Do I have to file a Notice of Intent every year in Nevada?
No. It's a one-time filing. You only submit a new one if your name or address changes, within 30 days of the change.
Do I need a teaching degree or certification?
No. Nevada has no parent qualification requirements.
Will my child have to take standardized tests?
No. Nevada requires no testing, evaluation, or portfolio review for homeschooled kids.
What exactly goes in the educational plan?
A short statement of the curriculum or materials you'll use for the four required subject areas, suited to your child's age and skill level. It is not a daily schedule, and the law says it can't be used to deny your right to homeschool.
How many hours or days a year do I have to teach?
There's no set number. Nevada requires no minimum instruction days or hours.
My kid is in public school right now, what's the first step?
Formally withdraw with a short written notice, then file your Notice of Intent with the district superintendent within 10 days. Keep the acknowledgment they send back.
Sources
- Nevada DOE, Homeschooling
- Nevada DOE, Notice of Intent form (PDF)
- HSLDA, Nevada
- HSLDA, How to Comply with Nevada's Homeschool Law
- NRS Chapter 388D
This is a plain-language summary, not legal advice. Homeschool laws change, always confirm current requirements with your state's official sources before relying on them.