Homeschool schedule for Kindergarten in Florida

1. 1Opening rhythm: calendar, chores, read-aloud, or morning basket.
2. 2Kindergarten core block: short lessons, read-aloud time, play, math games, handwriting, and outdoor exploration.
3. 3Breaks: movement, snack, outside time, or quiet reset before attention drops.
4. 4Family subjects: science, history, art, music, or nature study can often combine ages.
5. 5Compliance block: update attendance, work samples, or notes needed for Florida.
6. 6End-of-day reset: file work, preview tomorrow, and stop before the routine becomes unsustainable.

No specific hourly minimum is listed, but instruction must be sequentially progressive and appropriate for the student.

Keep a portfolio with a log of educational activities and samples of the student’s work for two years.

Yes. Parents must complete one of the annual evaluation options allowed by the state.

Start smaller than you think. A consistent two-hour routine that actually happens beats an ideal six-hour schedule that burns everyone out.