Moderate-regulation state
Connecticut Homeschool Laws and Requirements
A practical starting point for notice, portfolio, assessment, teacher qualification, and curriculum planning in Connecticut.
Quick summary
Connecticut requires parents to submit an annual notice of intent to the local board of education. Parents must keep attendance records and cover required subjects. No standardized testing or portfolio submission is required.
Last reviewed 2025-01-01. This page is a planning aid, not legal advice.
Compliance checklist
- ✓Confirm the Connecticut notice or registration deadline before withdrawing or beginning homeschool.
- ✓Keep simple attendance, reading, work samples, and purchase records even if a portfolio is not routinely submitted.
- ✓Use parent checklists or periodic reviews to document progress even when standardized assessment is not required.
- ✓Review teacher qualification language: None specified.
- ✓Verify current rules with the official state source before filing, buying, or making legal decisions.
Curriculum fit for Connecticut
Connecticut families have enough compliance work that curriculum organization matters. Look for clear weekly plans, saved work samples, and a simple way to show progress without making homeschool feel bureaucratic.
See curriculum picks for Connecticut →FAQ
Do I need to notify anyone to homeschool in Connecticut?
Connecticut requires some form of notice, filing, registration, or approval according to this quick-reference data. Confirm the current process with the official state source.
Does Connecticut require a homeschool portfolio or assessment?
Connecticut portfolio required: no. Assessment required: no. Requirements can change, so verify before relying on this summary.
What curriculum works best for Connecticut homeschool families?
Connecticut families have enough compliance work that curriculum organization matters. Look for clear weekly plans, saved work samples, and a simple way to show progress without making homeschool feel bureaucratic.