Homeschooling in Florida

Common questions about homeschooling in Florida

Do I have to notify anyone to homeschool in Florida?

Yes. Florida requires notice to the authorities before you begin home education. File a ONE-TIME Notice of Intent with the county district superintendent within 30 days of starting home education (not annual). Maintain portfolio (log + work samples + reading list) for 2 years. Annual evaluation required via one of: FL-certified teacher review, nationally-normed standardized test, licensed psychologist, state assessment, or mutually-agreed measurement.

How many days or hours of school does Florida require?

Florida sets no specific number of instructional days or hours for homeschoolers. Anchor counts each day for you as you log activities, and shows how many you have left.

Does Florida require a portfolio or standardized testing?

Yes. Florida requires a portfolio of your student's work.

Does Florida require an annual evaluation?

Yes. Florida requires an annual review of your student's progress by a qualified evaluator.

What records should I keep to homeschool in Florida?

Keep attendance for every school day, samples of your student's work, and any test or evaluation results Florida asks for. Homeschool Anchor builds all three from your daily logs and turns this state's rules into dated checkpoints, so nothing is reconstructed at the deadline.