Moderate-regulation state
Georgia Homeschool Laws and Requirements
A practical starting point for notice, portfolio, assessment, teacher qualification, and curriculum planning in Georgia.
Quick summary
Georgia requires parents to file a Declaration of Intent annually with the local school district. Parents must have a high school diploma or GED. Students must be tested in certain grades, and attendance records must be kept.
Last reviewed 2025-01-01. This page is a planning aid, not legal advice.
Compliance checklist
- ✓Confirm the Georgia 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.
- ✓Pick programs with trackable progress, grade-level scope, and review materials that make annual evaluation easier.
- ✓Review teacher qualification language: High school diploma or GED required.
- ✓Verify current rules with the official state source before filing, buying, or making legal decisions.
Curriculum fit for Georgia
Georgia 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 Georgia →FAQ
Do I need to notify anyone to homeschool in Georgia?
Georgia 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 Georgia require a homeschool portfolio or assessment?
Georgia portfolio required: no. Assessment required: yes. Requirements can change, so verify before relying on this summary.
What curriculum works best for Georgia homeschool families?
Georgia 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.