{"id":689,"date":"2021-07-12T11:37:52","date_gmt":"2021-07-12T11:37:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/?page_id=689"},"modified":"2021-09-29T09:12:28","modified_gmt":"2021-09-29T09:12:28","slug":"homeschooling-laws-in-washington-wa","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/homeschooling-laws-in-washington-wa\/","title":{"rendered":"Everything You Need to Know About Homeschooling in Washington (WA)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Taking the plunge into homeschooling can feel intimidating. From lesson plans to curriculum choices to compliance with state laws, it can feel like there is a lot to coordinate. However, understanding state homeschool requirements brings families one step closer to enjoying the freedom that homeschooling affords.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In Washington, parents have two options for homeschooling their children:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Homeschooling under Washington\u2019s homeschool statute<\/li>
  2. Homeschooling with a private or denominational school<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

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    Washington Homeschool Mandates for Option 1<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Washington compulsory attendance laws require children to be in school from the age of 8 through 18. Under the homeschool statute (option 1), parents are not required to meet student immunization requirements. However, parents must:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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