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Arkansas Homeschool Requirements

Low Regulation

Arkansas requires only an annual notice of intent (Ark. Code Ann. §6-15-503), standardized testing was repealed by Act 832 of 2015, and Arkansas sets NO minimum number of instructional days or hours. The 180-day figure shown is a general recommendation only. For homeschool-specific questions, contact [email protected] or (501) 683-3162.

No Minimum

180 days is a recommendation

Required

notification

Not required

testing

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Triple-Checked

This data was last checked against official sources on August 4, 2026. Laws change, so if something looks off or your state updated its requirements since then, confirm current details on your state's official homeschool page or use the correction form below.

Notification

Required

Deadline: August 15 annually, or at least 14 days before a mid-year withdrawal; the first-ever filing must be done in person

Testing

Not required

Instructional Days

No Minimum

Arkansas does not set a minimum number of instructional days or hours by law. 180 days is shown here as a general planning recommendation only, not a legal requirement.

Report Frequency

none

Submission Method

local school district superintendent, paper Notice of Intent

Key Deadlines

Notification Deadline

August 15 annually, or at least 14 days before a mid-year withdrawal; the first-ever filing must be done in person

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the homeschool requirements in Arkansas?+
Arkansas requires only an annual notice of intent (Ark. Code Ann. §6-15-503), standardized testing was repealed by Act 832 of 2015, and Arkansas sets NO minimum number of instructional days or hours. The 180-day figure shown is a general recommendation only. For homeschool-specific questions, contact [email protected] or (501) 683-3162.
How many instructional days are required for homeschooling in Arkansas?+
Arkansas does not set a minimum number of instructional days or hours by law. 180 days is shown as a general planning recommendation only, not a legal requirement.
Does Arkansas require notification to homeschool?+
Yes, Arkansas requires families to submit notification to homeschool. The deadline is August 15 annually, or at least 14 days before a mid-year withdrawal; the first-ever filing must be done in person.
Does Arkansas require standardized testing for homeschoolers?+
No, Arkansas does not require standardized testing for homeschool students.
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