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Homeschool in Florida: step by step

The whole shape of the journey in one scroll. Each step links to the detailed guide or the official source — read what you need, skip what you don’t.

  1. Understand what homeschooling in Florida actually is

    Homeschooling here is a legal path with paperwork, not just a lifestyle choice. Ten minutes of orientation prevents expensive wrong assumptions.

    Last verified June 11, 2026

  2. Know the three legal paths

    County home education, umbrella school, and scholarship-funded (PEP / FES-UA) are different systems — different reporting, records, and funding rules.

    Last verified June 11, 2026

  3. Compare and choose for this school year

    Pick a one-year model, not a forever model. The decision sequence in the paths guide walks the trade-offs in three questions.

    Last verified June 11, 2026

  4. File or enroll — the paperwork

    The Letter of Intent works year-round: a signed written notice to your district superintendent within 30 days of starting. Scholarship paths run on their own application windows — PEP’s 2026-27 window closed April 30 and reached capacity.

    Last verified June 11, 2026

  5. Set up your first weeks

    A seven-item setup checklist — path, official source, contact, first filing, records rhythm, calendar dates, and a 30/60/90-day review — with progress that saves in your browser.

    Last verified June 11, 2026

  6. Stay legal year over year

    Portfolio upkeep, the annual evaluation, and program-specific renewals run on a yearly rhythm. Check what matters for your family this month.

    Last verified June 11, 2026

Rules and program windows on this page change. The free Friday briefing is how we — and you — keep up: see what arrives each week.

Informational only. Verify current requirements with official federal, state, local, and program sources before acting.