Both forms can be obtained from your local County Health Department. Preschool and Kindergarten Kindergarten attendance is not mandatory in California. A child is subject to compulsory education and entry into the first grade in September if his sixth birthday falls on or before December 2 of the same year. You may, of course, teach your pre-schooler and five year old at home. Do not, however, indicate enrollment of these children on your affidavit because pre-schools are regulated by law to be licensed.
Kindergartners are subject to additional health form requirements.
Many first-time home educators choose this method of homeschooling. Correspondence school programs must be in compliance with the California Educational Code. Occasionally, when mailing out R-4 affidavits, a county may request additional information from you. We suggest you don't comply. These requests are not authorized by law and complying could set a dangerous precedent for California homeschoolers.