Washington, D.C. Homeschool Curriculum & DC Education Standards Guide

Educate Your Way aligns to DC Education Standards automatically. Washington, D.C. has low oversight for homeschoolers. Our platform maps curriculum to Washington, D.C.-specific standards across math, language arts, science, and social studies for Pre-K through 8th grade.

Is homeschooling legal in Washington, D.C.?

Yes, homeschooling is legal in Washington, D.C.. Requirements vary—see our full guide for notification, subject, testing, and record-keeping details.

What subjects do I need to teach in Washington, D.C.?

Washington, D.C. has low oversight for homeschoolers. Required subjects typically include math, language arts, science, and social studies. Educate Your Way covers all required subjects aligned to DC Education Standards.

Does Educate Your Way align to DC Education Standards?

Yes. Educate Your Way aligns curriculum to DC Education Standards automatically when you select Washington, D.C. during setup. Standards alignment is toggleable if your family prefers more flexibility.