Florida
Legal as a home education program with county notification
Florida requires you to file a Notice of Intent with your county school superintendent (not the state). You do not need to create your own school. Annual evaluation is required via portfolio review, standardized test, or certified teacher evaluation.
At a Glance
Compulsory Ages
6-16
Notice Required
Yes
File a Notice of Intent with your county school superintendent within 30 days of starting. You do not need to register as a private school or with the state Department of Education.
Assessment Required
Yes
Annual assessment by portfolio evaluation, standardized test, or evaluation by certified teacher required
Teacher Qualifications
No formal qualifications required for parents under the home education option; evaluator must be certified teacher
Legal Requirements
Getting Started
File a Notice of Intent with your county school superintendent within 30 days of starting. You do not need to register as a private school or with the state Department of Education.
Legal Status
Legal as a home education program with county notification
Required Subjects
Assessment & Testing
Annual assessment by portfolio evaluation, standardized test, or evaluation by certified teacher required
Record Keeping
Maintain a portfolio of educational records and materials; preserve records for two years
Additional Information
Diploma Issuing
Parents may issue diploma
Umbrella Schools
Umbrella schools are allowed in this state.
Special Education Access
Homeschooled students have access to special education services.
Sports & Extracurricular Access
Sports participation through traditional public schools may be limited.
Key Statutes
- Fla. Stat. § 1002.41
- Fla. Stat. § 1002.01