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Homeschooling in Connecticut

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Low requirements Notice required Last verified May 26, 2026

At a glance

Notice

Required

Curriculum

See details

Testing

Not required

Teacher

No qualifications

Overview

Homeschooling in Connecticut is governed by Connecticut General Statutes section 10-184. Connecticut requires annual notification to the local superintendent and maintenance of a portfolio but does not require standardised testing or superintendent approval. The portfolio approach gives families flexibility in how they demonstrate educational progress.

Telling the authorities

Notice is required

Who: Local school superintendent

When: Before beginning homeschooling and annually thereafter

How to do it

Submit a written notice to your local school superintendent. Include a portfolio plan outlining the subjects and materials to be used. Connecticut does not require approval — notification only.

Requirements

Curriculum
Must provide instruction in reading, writing, spelling, English grammar, geography, arithmetic, United States history, and citizenship.
Testing
No standardised testing required by state law. Annual portfolio maintained as evidence of progress.
Record keeping
Must maintain a portfolio of materials and work samples. Portfolio available for review if requested.
Teacher
No qualifications required.

Recent changes

Connecticut requires notification and a portfolio but no testing and no superintendent approval. Requirements are straightforward and have been stable for many years.

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