What is deschooling, and how long does it take?
Asked by families. Answered by Peabody editors from the sources below.
Deschooling is a rest period after leaving school, before formal lessons start. There is no set length; families choose how long to rest. Your state's homeschool law still applies from the day you withdraw, so check your state law page for notices and records first.
Checked October 27, 2026.
This is a plain-words summary, not legal advice. Laws change: check your state's current law and its education department before you act.
Where to read more
Read the full page: Deschooling: the first weeks after leaving school.
Sources
- Peabody's state homeschool law pages (each lists its statutes and education department pages) (checked October 27, 2026)