South Carolina Homeschool Requirements
South Carolina offers three oversight options: state board, local district, or homeschool association. All require a parent with a high school diploma and annual assessment. The association option is most popular and most flexible.
Notification Requirements
Choose one of three options: (1) state board, (2) local district, or (3) recognized homeschool association
Required Subjects
Teacher Qualifications
Parent must hold high school diploma or GED
Testing & Assessment
Annual standardized test or portfolio (varies by option chosen)
Instructional Days / Hours
180 days
Record Keeping
Keep portfolio with attendance, curriculum, and work samples
Official Resources for South Carolina
These summaries reflect general requirements as of 2026. Laws change — always verify with an official source before making decisions.
Other Moderate Regulation states
Arkansas requires annual notice to the school district plus an annual standardized test beginning in first grade.
Colorado requires annual district notification and an annual assessment, but gives families wide choice in curriculum and evaluation method.
Florida requires annual notice and a yearly portfolio evaluation, but no specific number of instructional days.
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