Homeschooling in Newfoundland & Labrador
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How to Begin Homeschooling
How to Begin Homeschooling
Homeschooling in Newfoundland and Labrador is defined as a parent-led educational program conducted outside of school that uses the provincially authorized or an approved alternate curriculum. Follow these steps to begin your Homeschooling Journey.
Step 1: Review the Homeschool Policy
Step 2: Complete the Application Form (click here)
Step 3: Do an interview with your regional coordinator (click here)
Step 4: Await Approval & Begin!
Labrador Region
Labrador Region
Steve Alexander
(709) 896-2431 ext 229
homeschoollabrador@nlschools.ca
Western Region
Western Region
Jennifer Taylor
(709) 637-1047
homeschoolwestern@nlschools.ca
Central Region
Central Region
Darrell Gardiner
(709) 489-4411
homeschoolcentral@nlschools.ca
Avalon Region
Avalon Region
Janette Pomroy
(709) 729-7803
homeschoolavalon@nlschools.ca
Reporting and Regulations
Reporting and Regulations
Parents are required to submit progress reports during the school year in accordance with the NL Schools Homeschool Policy.
Home School Policy Reporting Template
Important Notes:
Progress reports must be complete and comprehensive, not just a summary of effort. The submitted report should include curriculum outcomes for the term and work samples to demonstrate student achievement across all required subjects. General notes on effort are not sufficient. For high school students completing the NL curriculum for credits, marks must be included in these progress reports.
New homeschooling families must submit 3 reports: November, March, and June, while returning families are to submit reports in January and June.
The responsibility for timely submission rests entirely with the parent or guardian. All work samples and progress reports must be submitted directly to your child’s zoned school. The school is responsible for reviewing the reports and maintaining the student’s record. It is important for families to reach out to their zoned schools regarding reporting.
Important Information for High School Students
Important Information for High School Students
🎓 Graduation & Credits
🎓 Graduation & Credits
To earn a provincial high school leaving certificate, home-schooled students must follow the provincial curriculum.
Course Planning: Parents must meet with the school administration to advise on course selection and develop a three-year plan that meets provincial graduation requirements. Please click here to view the Handbook for Course Selection and credit requirements.
Official Marks: While parents provide instruction, the school is responsible for reviewing work samples and submitting final marks to the Department of Education.
Work Samples: Parents must submit a progress report at each reporting period that their zoned school has. If your school has 3 reporting periods, then you must submit 3 reports. The Reports must have Final Marks listed for each subject.
📚 Learning Resources & Support
📚 Learning Resources & Support
High school students have access to several provincial tools to assist their independent study:
CDLI Resources: Students can access Centre for Distance Learning and Innovation (CDLI) materials to view asynchronous resources to help with planning and instruction.
Electives: Students have the option to participate in elective courses (e.g., Physical Education or Music) at their zoned school, provided it does not create scheduling or transportation conflicts.
📝 Career Education Requirements
📝 Career Education Requirements
Volunteer Hours: High school students are reminded that Career Education credits require a specific number of volunteer hours. Long-term planning for these hours is essential for credit attainment.
🤝 Guidance & Special Services
🤝 Guidance & Special Services
Professional Support: Students maintain a connection with their zoned school’s Guidance Counselor and/or Instructional Resource Teacher (IRT) as needed.
Accommodations: Students with identified exceptionalities are entitled to the same approved accommodations used in the formal school system (e.g., alternate format materials or reading of print materials).
Helpful Resources for Families
Helpful Resources for Families
Families are reminded that they must submit a Homeschooling application every year they intend to homeschool.
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