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Arizona Homeschool Requirements

Low Regulation

Arizona requires a one-time affidavit but no testing or portfolio review (A.R.S. §15-802), and sets NO minimum instructional days or hours. The 180-day figure shown is a general recommendation only. Only a termination letter is required if you stop homeschooling or move counties.

No Minimum

180 days is a recommendation

Required

notification

Not required

testing

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Notification

Required

Deadline: one-time, within 30 days of starting to homeschool in the county

Testing

Not required

Required Subjects

  • Reading
  • Grammar
  • Mathematics
  • Social Studies
  • Science

Instructional Days

No Minimum

Arizona 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

county-specific — filed with the County School Superintendent, certified mail with return receipt recommended

Key Deadlines

Notification Deadline

one-time, within 30 days of starting to homeschool in the county

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the homeschool requirements in Arizona?+
Arizona requires a one-time affidavit but no testing or portfolio review (A.R.S. §15-802), and sets NO minimum instructional days or hours. The 180-day figure shown is a general recommendation only. Only a termination letter is required if you stop homeschooling or move counties.
How many instructional days are required for homeschooling in Arizona?+
Arizona 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 Arizona require notification to homeschool?+
Yes, Arizona requires families to submit notification to homeschool. The deadline is one-time, within 30 days of starting to homeschool in the county.
Does Arizona require standardized testing for homeschoolers?+
No, Arizona does not require standardized testing for homeschool students.
What subjects are required for homeschooling in Arizona?+
Arizona requires the following subjects to be taught: Reading, Grammar, Mathematics, Social Studies, Science.
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