Yes, and often parents find that the homeschool setting allows their children to thrive! There are many resources available—from diagnostic testing and specialized curriculum to supportive or therapeutic services and more. HSLDA’s Special Needs Consultants are available to assist members with questions and support.

Yes. And it can be a great option! Whether your child has a physical or mental disability or a specific learning disability, homeschooling may be the best option to help them thrive educationally. You may not be a special education expert, but you are an expert on your child!

Finding the right resources for your student with special needs is critical, and HSLDA can help you find them! We have a lot of free articles and resources that you can look into. Here are a few options:

• Article: How to Choose Curriculum for Your Child with Special Needs
• Article: How to Adapt Any Curriculum to Your Child’s Special Needs
• Article: What Are Accommodations? Could They Help My Child Learn?
• Article: Beginner’s Guide: Using Assistive Technology in My Homeschool
• Webinar: You Can Homeschool with Special Needs!

Our Educational Consultants can help you choose curriculum, make lesson plans, create transcripts, navigate college entrance exams, find the right program for your student with special needs, and so much more!

HSLDA’s three Educational Consultant teams each focus on a particular area of homeschooling: preK–8th, high school, and special needs. They’re all committed to helping you provide the home education that’s just right for your child.

If you’re an HSLDA member, you can contact an Educational Consultant here!