How to Receive a State Charter

The process for becoming a chartered nonpublic school in Ohio begins with completion of an online tutorial, summarizing each step.  To request the tutorial please send an e-mail to the Chartering office by clicking here.  

Below are the resources needed to satisfactorily complete all requirements and be issued a charter to operate as a chartered nonpublic school.

• Chartering of a Nonpublic School Timeline
• Guide for Nonpublic Schools Plan of Compliance
• Nonpublic Charter Checklist 
• Report of a Nonpublic School
• Affidavit of Intent
• Chartering Manual 
• Racial Nondiscriminatory Policies
• Ohio Shared Services
• Operating Standards for Ohio Schools 
• W-9 

E-mail: Chartered.Nonpublic.Schools@education.ohio.gov
 

Virtual Office Hours

Want to learn more about the chartering process? We have team members available at the following times to help with any questions you have about chartering.

• Thursday, December 7 | 9-10 a.m.
• Thursday, December 21 | 9-10 a.m.

Last Modified: 12/1/2023 1:44:56 PM

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