Connecticut School Choice Options
Connecticut does not offer a state education savings account, voucher, or tax credit scholarship. So there is no state program that pays homeschool costs. The new federal scholarship tax credit starts in 2027. However, Connecticut was not on the IRS list of states taking part as of October 22, 2026. Instead, the main choice for homeschool families is local public school access. Each school district decides whether homeschoolers may join its classes, sports, or activities.
Day to day, that means you pay for your own curriculum and activities. If you want public school classes or sports, call your district and ask about its policy. Athletic association rules can also affect sports eligibility. Policies often differ from town to town, so ask before you plan a schedule. In addition, keep the new state law in mind. Starting in 2027-28, leaving a public school to homeschool takes an in-person withdrawal and a records check. We will update this page if Connecticut opts in to the federal credit or creates a new program. For full details on each topic, open the sections below.
Connecticut has no state-funded education savings account, voucher, or tax credit scholarship program that homeschool families can use. HSLDA’s summary of Connecticut law lists no such program for homeschoolers (HSLDA: Connecticut Homeschool Laws).
The federal scholarship tax credit (Internal Revenue Code section 25F) begins January 1, 2027, but only in states that opt in. Connecticut was not on the IRS list of participating states as of October 22, 2026 (IRS: FSTC Participating States).
Connecticut has no law giving homeschoolers the right to take public school classes or join activities. Each district decides, and policies vary. Contact your local school for its policy (HSLDA: Public School Access for Homeschoolers in Connecticut).
There is no barrier to returning a child to public school at any time. However, a district does not have to award graduation credit for homeschool work in grades 9 to 12 (CT State Department of Education: Homeschooling in Connecticut).
Public Act 26-37 adds an in-person withdrawal process with a DCF records check starting in the 2027-28 school year, and a yearly intent to educate form starting in 2028-29 (OLR Public Act Summary). See our Connecticut Homeschool Laws page for details.
- IRS: Federal Scholarship Tax Credit Participating States (as of October 22, 2026)
- HSLDA: Connecticut Homeschool Laws and Public School Access for Homeschoolers in Connecticut
- Connecticut State Department of Education: Homeschooling in Connecticut
- OLR Public Act Summary: PA 26-37
Last reviewed: November 2, 2026
*The information on this page is for general use only. It should not be taken as legal advice. It is believed to be accurate however state and federal laws change every year. Homeschool.net recommends joining an organization such as the Home School Legal Defense Association before your homeschooling adventure begins. HSLDA can provide complete, accurate, legal advice and services for homeschooling families.
Update History
No changes in law noted since this page was first published.