Arizona Homeschool Laws

There is really only one option for homeschooling in the state of Arizona. As the state requires very little homeschool regulation, all you need to do to educate your child at home is follow the steps below–beyond that, the sky’s the limit!

Arizona requires very little from homeschoolers, except for the following:

• File an affidavit of intent with the state.
• Provide a copy of the child’s birth certificate.
• Teach the required subjects of reading, grammar, math, science, and social studies.

Whether you’re considering homeschooling for the first time or are already homeschooling in Arizona and looking for more information, we’ll help answer some common questions.

Does Arizona pay homeschoolers? Arizona homeschoolers may be eligible to receive up to $9,000 in a program for families that choose to pursue education beyond traditional public schools and charter schools. Learn more about getting paid to homeschool in Arizona.

What are the best homeschool programs in Arizona? The best homeschool programs offer key factors such as curriculum flexibility, accreditation, and support resources. Learn what to look for when choosing the best homeschool program in Arizona.

Here you’ll find websites for any questions you may have about education in the state of Arizona.

• Arizona Department of Education: https://www.azed.gov/
• Arizona State Board of Education: https://azsbe.az.gov/resources
• Arizona Education Association: https://www.arizonaea.org/
• Education Forward Arizona: https://educationforwardarizona.org/
• Arizona School Boards Association: https://azsba.org/
• List of Arizona school districts: https://ballotpedia.org/List_of_school_districts_in_Arizona

Whether you already homeschool in Arizona or are looking to do so, these resources are quite useful if you’re searching for support, co-ops, or answers to questions about homeschooling in your state.

• Arizona Families for Home Education: https://afhe.org/
• Arizona Homeschool Adventures: https://www.meetup.com/arizonahomeschooladventures/
• Arizona Homeschool Chapter: https://www.facebook.com/groups/311460192366429/
• Christian Home Educators of Tucson Northwest: https://www.homeschool-life.com/az/chetnw/
• Christian Home Educators of Tucson Southeast: https://www.homeschool-life.com/az/chetse/
• Covenant Homeschool Resource Center: https://www.chsrc.org/
• Eastside Explorers: https://www.homeschool-life.com/az/eastsideexplorers/
• East Valley Athletes for Christ: https://www.facebook.com/EVAC-Eagles-154029461289388/
• Indigo Home Learners: https://www.facebook.com/groups/IndigoHomeLearners
• Northern Arizona Secular Homeschoolers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/370029379732634/
• Rainbow Explorers: https://rainbowexplorers.tripod.com/
• Sacred Heart Home Educators: https://www.homeschool-life.com/az/shhe/

One of the many benefits of homeschooling is the flexibility to explore! Here are some ideas for amazing–and educational–field trips around the great state of Arizona!

• Arizona Museum of Natural History: Mesa, AZ
• Arizona Mineral and Mining Museum: Phoenix, AZ
• Arizona Museum for Youth: Mesa, AZ
• Arizona Science Center: Phoenix, AZ
• Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum: Tucson, AZ
• The Bible Museum: Goodyear, AZ
• Butterfly Wonderland: Scottsdale, AZ
• Discovery Park Campus: Safford, AZ
• Fort Apache Historical Park: Whiteriver, AZ
• George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center: Phoenix, AZ
• Grand Canyon National Park: near Fredonia, AZ
• Halle Heart Children’s Museum: Tempe, AZ
• Heritage Square: Phoenix, AZ
• International Wildlife Museum: Tucson, AZ
• Kartchner Caverns State Park: Benson, AZ
• Museum of Northern Arizona: Flagstaff, AZ
• Phoenix Art Museum: Phoenix, AZ
• Phoenix Zoo: Phoenix, AZ
• Reid Park Zoo: Tucson, AZ
• Saguaro National Park: Tucson, AZ
• Science Down Town Tucson: Tucson, AZ
• SRP Heritage History Center: Tempe, AZ
• Tucson Children’s Museum: Tucson, AZ
• Wildlife World Zoo: Litchfield Park, AZ