Georgia requires a declaration of intent, 180 days of instruction, annual progress report, and standardized testing every 3 years.
Georgia has moderate homeschool regulations that strike a balance between accountability and parental freedom. Families need to stay on top of certain administrative requirements, but with the right curriculum platform these are straightforward to manage.
To begin homeschooling in Georgia, you must file a notice of intent with the Local school superintendent by september 1 each year or within 30 days of starting. Submit a declaration of intent to your local superintendent by September 1 or within 30 days of starting. Include child's name, age, and address.
The state requires instruction in specific subjects including Reading, Language arts, Mathematics, Social studies, Science. Our 100% online Montessori Homeschool platform covers all of these through 8,100+ structured daily lessons that integrate practical life, sensorial exploration, language, mathematics, science, geography, and cultural studies — the hallmarks of an authentic Montessori education.
Attendance tracking is required in Georgia: 180 days per year. With Montessori Homeschool, every lesson is timestamped and logged automatically, making it simple to demonstrate compliance at year-end or during any review.
Georgia requires an annual assessment: Standardized test every three years beginning at the end of third grade. Students must meet the following standard: no minimum score — results retained by parent. Our structured curriculum and progress tracking help ensure your child is well-prepared when assessment time arrives.
Georgia requires parents to meet specific qualifications before homeschooling: Instructor must hold at least a high school diploma or GED. The fastest path is to high school diploma or ged. Montessori Homeschool provides step-by-step guidance for meeting your state's parent qualification requirements.
The Montessori approach is a natural fit for homeschooling in Georgia. Rather than rigid textbook learning, children work with hands-on materials at their own pace — developing concentration, independence, and a genuine love of learning. Montessori Homeschool brings this approach into your home with a 100% online platform featuring daily lesson plans, printable materials, parent guides, and built-in compliance tools designed specifically for Georgia families.
Declaration of intent to home study. Due: By September 1 each year or within 30 days of starting
180 days of instruction, minimum 4.5 hours per day
Reading, Language arts, Mathematics, Social studies, Science
No quarterly reports required
Standardized test every three years beginning at the end of third grade
No portfolio required
Instructor must hold at least a high school diploma or GED
File a declaration of intent with the superintendent by September 1
Provide 180 days of instruction, minimum 4.5 hours per day
Teach reading, language arts, math, social studies, and science
Submit an annual progress report to the superintendent
Administer a standardized test every three years (beginning after grade 3)
Instructor must have at least a high school diploma or GED
Instructor must hold at least a high school diploma or GED. Choose the pathway that works best for you:
Georgia requires the teaching parent to have at least a high school diploma or GED equivalent
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