Virginia

Virginia homeschool laws & record-keeping (2026)

Moderate regulation Last verified June 2026 against primary sources

File a notice of intent by August 15, then show yearly progress by August 1 with a test (4th stanine or higher) or an evaluation.

Regulation level
Moderate
Notice or filing
Notice of intent by Aug 15; evidence of progress by Aug 1.

Required filings in Virginia

Notice of intent
Filed with the division superintendent, with a list of subjects.
Aug 15
Evidence of progress
A standardized test (4th stanine or higher) or an evaluation letter.
Aug 1

Common questions about homeschooling in Virginia

Do I have to notify the state to homeschool in Virginia?

Notice of intent by Aug 15; evidence of progress by Aug 1.

How many days or hours do I have to homeschool in Virginia?

Virginia does not set a specific number of homeschool days or hours.

Is standardized testing required in Virginia?

Virginia sets no grade-specific standardized-testing requirement for homeschoolers. Check the overview above for any annual assessment your state or district expects.

What records do I need to keep in Virginia?

Keep the documents Virginia asks for, such as notice of intent, evidence of progress. Homeschoolio builds these from what you log.

How Homeschoolio helps in Virginia

Homeschoolio logs your day in seconds, tracks your days and hours, and generates the actual records and filings Virginia expects, as review-ready PDFs built from data you already logged. Everything works offline, and your records are always yours to export.

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Homeschoolio helps you keep records. It isn't legal advice. Homeschool requirements vary by district and change over time, so always verify your state and district's current rules.