How to Homeschool in Colorado
Just Beginning?
If you’re interested in learning how to homeschool in Colorado — just exploring, ready to begin, or moving from another state — then you’ve come to the right place! Get everything you need to understand the requirements for homeschooling in Colorado. Confidently decide if it’s right for you, and then get started with the support and community you need.
Since 1990, CHEC (that’s us, Christian Home Educators of Colorado) has helped tens of thousands of families to successfully educate their children at home. We love homeschooling because we’ve experienced it ourselves (as both parents & graduates). The research shows that it’s:
- a safe and nurturing learning environment
- proven to be academically successful
- customizable to your child’s needs
- free from public school regulations and restrictions
- ideal for building strong character, work ethic, and faith
And now, we’re here to help YOU every step of the way. Let’s get started!
Complete this form to download some great free resources!
Get your Colorado how-to-homeschool basics
First up, we’ve created the free Introduction to Homeschool Course. Designed to give you exactly what you need to begin this journey. We’ve made it easy for you to do your research!
It’s completely free — our gift to you! — and includes:
- E-course: Homeschooling in Colorado Educational Mini-Course
- PDF: “Guide to Homeschooling in Colorado“
- Ebook: Upgrade: 10 Secrets to the Best Education for Your Child
Choose your curriculum
This could get super-complicated. With literally thousands of options out there for homeschool curriculum — online, textbooks, videos, blended, unit-study, and so on. But if it’s your first year, we encourage you to keep it simple and enjoy the journey!
- Consider your child’s learning style (here & here are great places to start) — and don’t forget to consider how you’re most comfortable teaching, too!
- Browse our page of Recommended Resources for all-in-one curriculum kits, subject-specific packages, and more
- Check out our products page for Civics Curriculum, Flag Etiquette, and more
- Attend the online Homeschool Curriculum Summit (a project of CHEC) or our annual Rocky Mountain Homeschool Conference (hosted in June) here in Colorado to browse and compare curriculum options
- Join the Homeschool Summits Facebook group to search for the discussions about curriculum you’ve got your eyes on, or start a new post to ask for feedback
Pro tip — make your choice, and plan to stick with it for a year. It’s simple to change it up later, and honestly, your curriculum is only part of your homeschool journey.
Get connected with your Colorado local homeschool community
That’s where we come in! CHEC brings thousands of families from across Colorado into one large community where you can find support and encouragement.
- Join the CHEC Colorado Homeschool Discussion Facebook group
- Add in field trips and free days for some extra spice in your homeschool schedule via our Community Calendar
- Participate in a homeschool group (or support group) in your area for field trips, co-op classes, and parent encouragement with other homeschooling families
- Subscribe to the free Homeschool Update magazine for upcoming events, homeschooling how-tos, and parenting encouragement
Pro tip, we highly recommend that every family join the Home School Legal Defense Association. HSLDA provides prepaid legal services for homeschooling families and has been instrumental in preserving homeschool freedoms nationally. Including right here in Colorado, teaming with our own Colorado Homeschool Freedom team. (A discounted membership is available for CHEC supporters and CHEC Independent School members.)
