Homeschooling Options in Orange County

Be your own private school.

You create and/or purchase your own curriculum. Homeshoolers have been doing this for many years. To find out how to use this very popular option, go to http://californiahomeschool.net/howTo/psa.htm.

Join a private school that provides support for home learning.

You use independent study through a private school. Some private schools provide all the curriculum, some provide support for parents in their curriculum choices, under a recognized private school. Click here for a list of privately funded independent study providers.

Join a homeschool co-op.

You join a small group of parents who each participate in teaching classes to children of the group. Click here to see a list of co-ops that might have openings.

Join a charter school that provides materials for home learning.

No cost. Schools funded and regulated by the state give you the curriculum. You choose the curriculum from approved sources. Click here to see a list of charter schools.

Use a homeschool program provided by the county or your school district.

No cost. The county or school district provide the curriculum. See a list of county or school district services

Use a private tutor.

A tutor could be yourself or someone you hire. See a list of tutors here.