Alabama Homeschool Requirements 2026-2027
Complete guide to Alabama homeschool requirements for the 2026-2027 school year. Learn about hours, subjects, filing deadlines, required documents, and assessment options.
Hours Requirements
No minimum hours required. Alabama does not mandate a specific number of instructional hours.
Required Subjects
Elementary (Grades 1-6)
English Language ArtsMathematicsScienceSocial StudiesHealthPhysical EducationFine Arts
Secondary (Grades 7-12)
English Language ArtsMathematicsScienceSocial StudiesHealthPhysical EducationFine ArtsForeign Language
Filing Deadlines (2026-2027)
No specific filing deadlines tracked for Alabama.
Required Documents
Church School Enrollment Form (filed with the local public school superintendent)
Required
Assessment Requirements
No annual assessment required by Alabama.
Official Sources
- https://www.alabamaachieves.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/CAS_ATT_20250829_2025-2026-Alabama-Attendance-Manual_v.1.0.pdf
- https://law.onecle.com/alabama/title-16/16-28-7.html
- https://law.onecle.com/alabama/title-16/16-28-5.html
- https://law.onecle.com/alabama/title-16/16-1-11.2.html
- https://arc-sos.state.al.us/cgi/actdetail.mbr/detail?page=act&year=2014&act=245
- https://hslda.org/legal/alabama
This guide is based on publicly available state requirements. Verify with your state education department. Last verified: October 2026.
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