Homeschool Laws in Florida (2026)

Florida requires a Letter of Intent and annual evaluation, but leaves curriculum, methods, and schedule entirely to the parents.

Quick facts at a glance

Compulsory Age

6 to 16

Notification

Submit a Letter of Intent to your county superintendent within 30 days of starti…

Required Hours/Days

Not specified

Evaluation Required

Annual evaluation required: standardized test, evaluation by…

Notification & registration

Submit a Letter of Intent to your county superintendent within 30 days of starting.

Required subjects in Florida

Florida requires homeschool families to cover the following subject areas:

No specific subjects required

Hours & days of instruction

Not specified

Evaluations & testing

Annual evaluation required: standardized test, evaluation by certified teacher, or other state-approved option.

Recordkeeping requirements

Maintain a portfolio of records and materials, including a log of educational activities and samples of work, for two years.

Tip: Homeschool Moment automatically organises every learning moment with a date, AI-written description, and subject tags — producing a portfolio-ready PDF that satisfies most state recordkeeping rules.

Legal homeschool options in Florida

File Letter of Intent and homeschool independently
Enroll in a private school umbrella program

How to start homeschooling in Florida

Submit a Letter of Intent to your county superintendent within 30 days of starting.
Submit a withdrawal letter to your child's public school if applicable.
Choose curriculum and begin instruction.
Keep a portfolio of work samples and a log of activities.
Arrange and submit an annual evaluation by July 31.

Read the full step-by-step start guide for Florida →

Notes & nuances

Florida's portfolio requirement is straightforward: keep a log of activities and a sampling of materials. The portfolio must be available for inspection by the superintendent if requested.

Frequently asked questions

How do I start homeschooling in Florida?

File a Letter of Intent with your county superintendent within 30 days of starting.

What is the Florida homeschool portfolio?

A log of educational activities and samples of student work, kept for two years and available for inspection on request.

What annual evaluation options does Florida offer?

Standardized test, evaluation by a certified teacher, or any other measure mutually agreed on with the superintendent.

Disclaimer: This page summarises commonly known Florida homeschool requirements as of 2026. Laws change. For official, up-to-date legal guidance, consult the HSLDA state guide or your state Department of Education before withdrawing your child or filing paperwork. Homeschool Moment is an educational documentation app, not legal counsel.

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