North Carolina
Legal with notification and assessment requirements
North Carolina requires annual notification to your school district and annual assessment via standardized testing or evaluation by a certified teacher. Annual notification and assessment results are your main obligations.
At a Glance
Compulsory Ages
7-16
Notice Required
Yes
File annual notice with school district and maintain on file with the school
Assessment Required
Yes
Annual standardized test or evaluation by certified educator required; initial assessment by end of 1st year
Teacher Qualifications
No specific credentials required for parent; evaluator must be certified teacher
Legal Requirements
Getting Started
File annual notice with school district and maintain on file with the school
Legal Status
Legal with notification and assessment requirements
Required Subjects
Assessment & Testing
Annual standardized test or evaluation by certified educator required; initial assessment by end of 1st year
Record Keeping
Maintain assessment results and curriculum documentation
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
- N.C. Gen. Stat. § 115C-564