Homeschooling a Child with an IEP in Nevada
This is general guidance based on Nevada law. For your specific IEP, consult a special education advocate.
Having an IEP doesn't mean you can't homeschool in Nevada. You absolutely can. Here's what you need to know about services, rights, and the withdrawal process.
What happens to your child's services
Nevada law treats homeschooled children the same as private school students for special education purposes. After a Child Find evaluation, your district may develop a service plan and provide some services, but this is not a full IEP.
NRS 392.072 equates homeschooled children to private school children for IDEA purposes. Not entitled to FAPE or full IEP, but may receive services through a service plan.
Primary source: IDEA — 20 USC 1412(a)(10)(A); 34 CFR 300.130-144
How to access services while homeschooling
Child Find
District must locate and evaluate children suspected of having disabilities, including homeschooled children
How to request: Contact your local school district's special education office to request an evaluation.
NRS 392.072; IDEA Part B
Equitable services
Homeschooled children treated as parentally placed private school children under NRS 392.072; may receive services through a service plan
How to request: Contact your local school district to inquire about a service plan after Child Find evaluation.
NRS 392.072
Dual enrollment
Not a statutory right for special education services
Therapy access
- Speech therapy:
- May be available through service plan at district discretion
- Occupational therapy:
- May be available through service plan
- Behavioral therapy:
- Limited; primarily private providers
NRS 392.072 equates homeschooled children to parentally placed private school children for IDEA purposes.
Before you withdraw
We recommend these steps for any family withdrawing a child with an IEP:
- 1
Request complete copies of all IEP documents, evaluations, and progress reports before you withdraw.
- 2
Consider requesting an IEP meeting to discuss the transition. This is optional but can provide valuable information.
- 3
File your homeschool notification with the state as required (our wizard will generate this for you).
- 4
Arrange any private therapies or services your child needs before withdrawal takes effect.
If you want to re-enroll
Homeschooling is not a one-way door. Your child can re-enroll in public school at any time.
Re-enrollment processes vary by state and district. Contact your local school to ask what evaluation or documentation they require. Keep copies of all IEP records. They will help the district determine placement and next steps.
Keep copies of all IEP documents, evaluations, and progress reports. You'll need these if you re-enroll.
Who to call
You don't have to navigate this alone. These organizations help families with special education questions.
COPAA
copaa.org · Find a special education attorney near you
Wrightslaw
wrightslaw.com · Special education law encyclopedia
Common questions
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Start the Nevada wizardRequirements sourced from NRS 392.070; NRS 388D.020. Verified against primary legal sources. Last verified: March 2026