Connecticut homeschool requirements

Homeschooling is legal in Connecticut. Parents have both a statutory and constitutional right to teach their children at home.

Low: Connecticut is one of the less regulated states for homeschoolers. State law requires parents to provide instruction in certain subjects, but it does not require families to file paperwork before they begin homeschooling. The state has optional homeschool guidelines that mention a notice of intent and an annual portfolio review, but those steps are not required by law.

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No. Connecticut law does not require families to file anything before they start homeschooling. Under optional state guidelines, some districts may ask for a notice of intent, but that filing is voluntary. Notify: No one by law. If a family chooses to file the optional notice, it goes to the local school superintendent.. Deadline: No legal deadline. Under the optional guidelines, a notice of intent may be filed within 10 days of starting.

Reading, Writing, Spelling, English grammar, Geography, Arithmetic, United States history, Citizenship, including town, state, and federal government

No statewide homeschool hour or day minimum is clearly spelled out in the main law. Families should provide real instruction that covers the required subjects.

No statewide testing is required for independent homeschoolers. Frequency: Not required.

Connecticut does not require a specific statewide set of homeschool records by law, but families should keep attendance notes, course lists, work samples, and high school transcripts. If you voluntarily participate in a portfolio review, keep samples from the required subjects.

Parents do not need a state teaching license or a specific degree to homeschool in Connecticut.

Broad. Families may choose their own curriculum and teaching style as long as they cover the required subjects.