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Georgia Homeschool Requirements Moderate regulation

What Georgia requires from homeschool families — notification, subjects, hours, testing, and portfolio rules — with links to the current law. This is the same state data FolioKid uses to build your portfolio template.

File a Declaration of Intent with the GA DOE within 30 days of starting; renew annually by September 1. Annual written progress assessment and three-year-cycle test results (starting grade 3) are kept in family files, not submitted.

Official Georgia sources

This page is an organizational reference, not legal advice. Laws change and districts vary — verify current requirements with the official sources above. Last reviewed against state statutes: June 2026.

Georgia homeschool FAQ

What law governs homeschooling in Georgia?

Homeschooling in Georgia is governed by O.C.G.A. § 20-2-690(c). File a Declaration of Intent with the GA DOE within 30 days of starting; renew annually by September 1. Annual written progress assessment and three-year-cycle test results (starting grade 3) are kept in family files, not submitted. Always verify current requirements with your state department of education.

What subjects are required for homeschooling in Georgia?

Georgia requires: Reading, Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies, Science (elementary grades; some states vary by grade).

How many hours or days of instruction does Georgia require?

Georgia requires 810 hours per year (elementary; secondary may differ) and 180 days per year.

Does Georgia require testing or a portfolio evaluation?

Yes — Georgia requires standardized testing (grades 3, 6, 9, 12).

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