Homeschooling in Arizona

A practical starting point for Arizona families: what to file, what to track, and what state funding (if any) you can use.

At a glance

Laws & requirements

Low Regulation

File an affidavit with the county school superintendent. No assessment required.

ESA & funding

Universal ESA

Empowerment Scholarship Account — universal. Approx. ~$7,500 base (more for special needs / grade) per student.

In-depth guides

In-depth guide

Arizona homeschool laws

Notification, record-keeping, testing, and umbrella-school rules for Arizona families.

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In-depth guide

Arizona homeschool funding

Eligibility, award amounts, and application timelines for Arizona's ESA and scholarship programs.

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Getting started in Arizona

A high-level checklist tailored to Arizona’s rules. Specifics like form numbers and deadlines live in the in-depth state laws guide above.

1
Choose independent homeschool or ESA
Arizona families can homeschool independently by filing an Affidavit of Intent with the county superintendent, or enroll in the Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) program for state funding. ESA enrollment is a separate legal status — you cannot hold both at once.
2
File or enroll based on your path
Independent homeschoolers file an Affidavit of Intent with the county school superintendent. ESA families apply through the state program and withdraw from public school — you do not file a homeschool affidavit while on ESA.
3
Meet your path's requirements
Independent homeschoolers have no state assessment requirement. ESA enrollees follow program spending, reimbursement, and reporting rules.
4
Choose curriculum and plan your year
Choose curriculum that fits your child's grade level and any required subjects, then sketch a year-long plan you can adjust as you go.
5
Apply for Empowerment Scholarship Account
Arizona offers an ESA available to homeschool families. Eligibility, application windows, and reimbursement timelines are set by the program; applications open in a single annual window for most families.

Frequently asked

Do I need to notify the state to homeschool in Arizona?

Yes — but the requirement is light. Most families file a one-page notice or affidavit each year with the state or local district.

Does Arizona require homeschool standardized testing?

Standardized testing is generally not required at the state level, though some districts or umbrella schools may ask for it.

Can homeschool families in Arizona access ESA or scholarship funding?

Arizona offers Empowerment Scholarship Account (Universal). All Arizona K–12 students. Recipients must withdraw from district public school.

How do I withdraw my child from public school in Arizona?

Send a written withdrawal letter to the school's principal or registrar. Keep a dated copy. Once you have filed any state-required notice, your child is considered a homeschooler and the public school no longer needs to mark them absent.