Frequently Asked Home School Questions - Moving

Into North Carolina:  Must I register my school if moving while the school year is still in progress?

Yes, if there is at least one student involved who is at least age 7 but not yet age 16 (not yet age 18 if the student wishes to obtain/retain a North Carolina drivers permit/license).   No, if the only students enrolled are currently younger than age 7 (and will not turn age 7 during the current school year) or already age 18 or older.

Out of North Carolina:  What do I need to do for DNPE?

Since North Carolina laws do not apply outside of its geographical borders, you will need to close your home school just before leaving this state. 

You may do so 24 hours per day via a touch tone telephone by simply calling DNPE at (919) 733-4276; pressing 1 when the recorded greeting begins; and, then following the voice prompts for home school closures. 

A reminder that conventional (public/non-public) schools in other states may not recognize home school credit.

To learn who to contact about the home school laws of other states, click on "Home School Contacts by States".

Also, see "Travel, Out-of-State."

Within North Carolina:  Must I register my school again with DNPE?

Not if your school is already registered with DNPE.  Instead, simply inform DNPE (by telephone or US mail) of the change of county, mailing address, and telephone number and also provide written directions to your new location.