{"id":3328,"date":"2022-12-13T06:24:49","date_gmt":"2022-12-13T06:24:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.staging.miacademy.co\/?page_id=3328"},"modified":"2026-04-06T22:27:34","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T22:27:34","slug":"homeschooling-in-georgia","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/miacademy.co\/homeschool-curriculum\/by-state\/homeschooling-in-georgia\/","title":{"rendered":"Georgia Homeschool Laws Made Simple (2026 Guide)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you live in the state famous for its peaches, and you are considering homeschooling, you\u2019ve come to the right place! The path to homeschooling in Georgia is fairly straightforward. While there are a few rules and requirements, Georgia gives parents freedom of choice in their children\u2019s education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019ve homeschooled before or are making the switch<\/a> for the first time, we\u2019ll cover everything you need to know about how to homeschool in GA!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Homeschooling in Georgia at a Glance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Georgia – The Peach State<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Required Age<\/td>6-16<\/td><\/tr>
Standardized Testing<\/td>Yes<\/td><\/tr>
Subjects<\/td>Math, science, ELA, social studies, reading<\/td><\/tr>
Time Requirements<\/td>4.5 hours per day for 180 days<\/td><\/tr>
Graduation Requirements<\/td>Determined by parent<\/td><\/tr>
Special Requirements<\/td>Parent must have high school diploma or equivalent<\/td><\/tr>
Financial Resources Available<\/td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Parent Qualifications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

GA homeschool laws require parents to have a high school diploma or its equivalent. Parents may also hire a tutor to instruct their child, provided the tutor fulfills this requirement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Declaration of Intent<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Withdrawing your child from school and filing a Declaration of Intent (DOI)<\/a> will be your first step in your homeschooling journey. You must submit your completed DOI within 30 days of beginning homeschool and renew it by September 1st annually. The Georgia Department of Education recommends submitting the form online<\/a>, but you may also fax, mail, or email it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This form will include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n