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Homeschool Requirements by State & Country
Georgia homeschool laws at a glance.
Always verify with current law. This information is summarized from
HSLDA,
HSLDA Canada,
and government education ministries as of 2026. Homeschool laws change — confirm requirements with your local education authority before making decisions.
Declaration of intent to Georgia DOE within 30 days of starting and annually by September 1
Annual Assessment
Standardized test at least every three years beginning at end of 3rd grade (kept on file, not submitted)
Minimum Instruction
180 days/year
Teacher Qualifications
Must have a high school diploma or GED
Minimum 4.5 hours of instruction per school day. Annual progress reports in required subjects must be retained for at least 3 years. Test results kept on file (not submitted).
Required Subjects
Reading
Language Arts
Mathematics
Social Studies
Science