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Homeschooling in Connecticut: Requirements, Records & How to Get Started
Everything Connecticut families need to homeschool with confidence — what’s actually required vs. merely suggested, in plain English, plus the records worth keeping.
Connecticut homeschool law, summarized
Connecticut law is light — a suggested notice, no mandatory filing
What Connecticut actually requires
Connecticut keeps homeschooling simple. State law does not require you to file anything before you begin. Local districts follow a suggested procedure (often called the “C-14” guidelines) that recommends filing a Notice of Intent and taking part in an annual portfolio review — but participation is voluntary, not a legal mandate.
What the law does expect is instruction in the required subjects: reading, writing, spelling, grammar, geography, arithmetic, United States history, and citizenship. Keeping a simple portfolio of what you cover satisfies the optional review and documents a solid education on your own terms.
Official Connecticut resources
Always confirm current rules directly with the state. These are the authoritative sources:
Connecticut State Dept. of Education — Homeschooling portal.ct.gov ↗HSLDA — Connecticut Homeschool Laws hslda.org ↗
The records smart Connecticut families keep
Connecticut’s annual review is optional — but a simple portfolio makes it effortless. Homeschool Reports keeps attendance and work organized all year.
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Choosing a Connecticut homeschool curriculum
Connecticut names required subjects but lets you choose the curriculum. Keeping a simple record of what you cover builds the optional portfolio with no extra effort.
Common questions about homeschooling in Connecticut
Do I have to file anything to homeschool in Connecticut?
No filing is legally required. The state suggests a Notice of Intent and an annual portfolio review under the “C-14” guidelines, but taking part is voluntary.
Does Connecticut require testing?
No. Connecticut does not require homeschooled students to take standardized tests or submit assessments to the state.
What subjects must I teach in Connecticut?
Reading, writing, spelling, grammar, geography, arithmetic, United States history, and citizenship. You choose the curriculum and materials.
Can my homeschooled student get a diploma in Connecticut?
Yes. As the parent you can issue a homeschool diploma and maintain a transcript. Homeschool Reports generates professional versions of both.
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