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North Carolina Homeschool Requirements Moderate regulation
What North Carolina 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.
- Governing law: N.C.G.S. §§ 115C-563–565
- Testing: annual assessment required
Register with the Division of Non-Public Education before starting (one-time, per DNPE practice). Annual standardized test required — results must be available for state inspection for one year after testing (no minimum score). Nine calendar months of instruction; instructing parent must hold a HS diploma or GED.
Official North Carolina sources
- 📜 N.C.G.S. § 115C-563 — the statute itself
- 🏛️ NC Division of Non-Public Education
- 🔎 HSLDA — North Carolina homeschool law summary
North Carolina homeschool FAQ
What law governs homeschooling in North Carolina?
Homeschooling in North Carolina is governed by N.C.G.S. §§ 115C-563–565. Register with the Division of Non-Public Education before starting (one-time, per DNPE practice). Annual standardized test required — results must be available for state inspection for one year after testing (no minimum score). Nine calendar months of instruction; instructing parent must hold a HS diploma or GED. Always verify current requirements with your state department of education.
What subjects are required for homeschooling in North Carolina?
North Carolina does not specify required subjects in its homeschool law, though parents are responsible for providing instruction as defined by N.C.G.S. §§ 115C-563–565.
Does North Carolina require testing or a portfolio evaluation?
Yes — North Carolina requires standardized testing (annual assessment required).
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