Please note, this is not intended as legal advice. This is for informational purposes only and should you choose to Homeschool in Georgia then you need to double check the Georgia Department of Education website for current regulations.
Georgia has moderate levels of regulation for homeschoolers. In Georgia you must complete the following to stay in compliance with homeschool laws.
- Submit a “Declaration of Intent to Homeschool”
- Submit initial intent within 30 days of commencing your homeschool program and then by September 1 each year following.
- The declaration can be filled out electronically here.
- Teach the Required Subjects for Each Level
- Your home study program must provide a basic educational program that includes, but is not limited to, reading, language arts, mathematics, social studies, and science.
- Provide the Required Number of Days/Hours of Instruction
- During the school year, your home study program must provide the equivalent of 180 days of education with each school day consisting of at least four and one-half school hours, unless your child is physically unable to comply with this requirement.
- Take Standardized Testing
- Your child must be tested at least every three years, beginning at the end of the 3rd grade.
- You may administer the test if you do this “in consultation with a person trained in the administration and interpretation of norm reference tests.”
- Test results do not have to be submitted to public school officials.
- Complete an Annual Progress Report for each student and required subject completed.
- This Annual Progress Report is to be retained for at least three years and provided to your local school district upon request.
Georgia Secular Homeschool Groups
“This is an inclusive group for secular families who choose to educate their children primarily at home. Join or create your own outings, create meetups to meet families in your area, or share your curricula/ideas. Feel free to post and share any events, activities, discounts, co-op info, classes, comments/questions.”
Cobb & Cherokee Secular Inclusive Homeschoolers
“We are a geographically specific homeschooling activity group in and around the cities of Marietta, Kennesaw, and Woodstock, Georgia.”
Hybrid Education in Greater Atlanta (HEGA)
“This is an accredited non-traditional, secular school, located in Tucker, Ga. We are dedicated to the individual potential of each student, providing them with academically challenging courses in a vibrant and safe environment. HEGA is inclusive and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, or sexual orientation.”
LEAD (Learners and Educators of Atlanta and Decatur)
“We are an inclusive, secular, volunteer-run homeschool group offering a la carte classes, parties, field trip opportunites, and more to homeschooling families throughout metro Atlanta.”
Northeast Georgia Home Education Group
“We feature monthly homeschool field trips and educational activities. We welcome all homeschoolers and expect you to make sure your children behave appropriately on all trips.”
Secular Homeschoolers In Athens
A secular homeschool group in Athens Georgia.
Woodstock Secular Inclusive Homeschoolers
A secular homeschool group located in Woodstock Georgia.
