Florida
Legal as a private school with simple registration
Florida allows you to register as a home education program and requires annual assessment. You can choose between portfolios, standardized testing, or evaluation by a certified teacher.
At a Glance
Compulsory Ages
6-16
Notice Required
Yes
Register with Florida Department of Education as a home education program or private school
Assessment Required
Yes
Annual assessment by portfolio evaluation, standardized test, or evaluation by certified teacher required
Teacher Qualifications
At least one parent must have high school diploma; evaluator must be certified teacher
Legal Requirements
Getting Started
Register with Florida Department of Education as a home education program or private school
Legal Status
Legal as a private school with simple registration
Required Subjects
Assessment & Testing
Annual assessment by portfolio evaluation, standardized test, or evaluation by certified teacher required
Record Keeping
Maintain records of assessments and attendance
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. § 232.001
- Fla. Admin. Code 6A-6.0412