- Make Homeschool Safe for All Children
Last updated: June 2026
Alabama has minimal oversight, meaning that it requires home educators to register with the state, but does not do anything to ensure homeschooled students are receiving an adequate education.
Homeschool Options: Alabama has 3 homeschool options: church school, private school, private tutor
Child Safety: Alabama has no child welfare safeguards: caregivers under active investigation for abuse and caregivers convicted of crimes against children and sexual offenses are permitted to homeschool.
Notification: Alabama requires home educators to notify the state that they are homeschooling one-time, when they start homeschooling.
Assessments: Alabama does not require home educators to assess students for academic progress.
Home Educator Qualifications: Alabama does not require all home educators to have a high school diploma or equivalent to homeschool through high school.
Subject Requirements: Alabama does not require home educators to teach any specific subjects, including core subjects like math and reading.
Alabama does not require home educators to submit proof of child identity in order to homeschool.
Alabama requires home educators to retain academic records.
In Alabama, vaccination requirements differ depending on homeschool option.
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