"Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it."
- Proverbs 22:6 (WEB) (WEB)
📋 Georgia Homeschool Requirements
Georgia is very homeschool-friendly with minimal state oversight and flexible requirements. The state recognizes homeschools as private schools, giving families significant educational freedom.
📝 Notification
Parents must submit a Declaration of Intent to homeschool to their local school superintendent within 30 days of beginning homeschooling or by September 1st for the school year.
📅 Attendance
180 school days per year for children ages 6-16. No minimum daily hours are specified by state law.
📚 Subjects
Reading, language arts, mathematics, social studies, and science must be taught. These subjects must be taught for at least four and one-half hours per day.
✅ Assessment
Annual assessment required by nationally standardized test, portfolio review by qualified individual, or evaluation by a Georgia certified teacher. Parents may administer the assessment.
📁 Records
Maintain attendance records showing 180 days of instruction and documentation of annual assessment. Keep records for at least three years.
💡 Additional Notes
Homeschools may operate under umbrella schools or support groups. Georgia offers a homeschool tax credit up to $300 per child for educational expenses.
🐭 How BibleMouse Helps
Covers All Required Subjects
Our comprehensive curriculum covers reading, language arts, mathematics, social studies, and science - meeting all Georgia subject requirements with engaging, age-appropriate lessons.
Easy Attendance Tracking
Built-in lesson plans and progress tracking help you easily document your 180 days of instruction, making record-keeping simple and stress-free.
Assessment Preparation
Regular assessments and progress monitoring within our curriculum help prepare your child for Georgia's annual assessment requirement while tracking their growth.
Free & Complete
Save hundreds on curriculum costs with our completely free program, allowing you to use Georgia's tax credit for other educational resources and field trips.
Christian Worldview
Integrate faith and learning seamlessly while meeting state standards, giving your child both academic excellence and biblical wisdom.
📊 Georgia State Standards
Georgia Standards of Excellence (GSE)
Georgia's academic standards outline what students should know and be able to do in each grade level, emphasizing critical thinking, problem-solving, and real-world application across all subject areas.
🐭 BibleMouse Alignment
BibleMouse curriculum is carefully aligned with Georgia Standards of Excellence, ensuring your child meets grade-level expectations while receiving a Christ-centered education that goes beyond state minimums.
🏠 Tips for Georgia Homeschoolers
Georgia has a thriving homeschool community with numerous support groups, co-ops, and resources. Consider joining the Georgia Home Education Association (GHEA) for advocacy and support. Many counties have active local homeschool groups that organize field trips, park days, and academic co-ops. The annual GHEA conference in May is an excellent opportunity for encouragement and resources. Georgia's mild climate allows for year-round outdoor learning opportunities, from the mountains in the north to the coast in the south, providing rich educational experiences beyond the classroom.