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Homeschool legal: ✅ Yes ·Last verified: 2026-03 ·State code: AZ

Overview

Instruction days
No minimum requirement
Legal status
Homeschooling is legal in this state
Regulatory body
County School Superintendent (affidavit filing); Arizona Department of Education has no oversight role for homeschools
Official website
https://afhe.org

Notice Requirements

Notice required
Yes — notice must be filed
Deadline
File notarized Affidavit of Intent with County School Superintendent within 30 days of beginning homeschool. Annual re-filing required.
Frequency
Annual — must re-file each school year
Reporting
No reporting required

Assessment Requirements

Assessment required
No — assessment is optional

Curriculum & Qualifications

Required subjects
ReadingGrammarMathematicsSocial StudiesScience
Teacher qualifications
No specific teaching credentials required
Portfolio
No portfolio requirement

Additional Notes

Arizona requires only an annual notarized affidavit filed with the County School Superintendent within 30 days of starting (ARS 15-802). Five subjects must be taught but no testing, reporting, or hours are mandated. Tim Tebow law (ARS 15-802.01) provides strong sports access. Low regulatory burden overall.

Tips for Homeschooling in Arizona

  1. 1

    File your notice on time: "File notarized Affidavit of Intent with County School Superintendent within 30 days of beginning homeschool. Annual re-filing required.". Set a calendar reminder 2 weeks before to prepare documents.

  2. 2

    No formal assessment is required in Arizona. Consider voluntary portfolio tracking to document your child's progress for college applications.

  3. 3

    Join a local Arizona homeschool co-op or support group. Peer connections help with curriculum sharing, field trips, and social opportunities for your learner.

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Disclaimer: This information is provided for educational purposes only and may not reflect the most current regulations. Always verify requirements directly with County School Superintendent (affidavit filing); Arizona Department of Education has no oversight role for homeschools or a qualified education attorney.