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Tennessee Homeschooling Made Simple...Since 1992!

Homeschooling your children doesn’t have to be difficult.
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Start your homeschool journey in 4 easy steps.

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Choose the program that best fits your child's needs.
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Complete the enrollment packet and gather the required documents.
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Withdraw your child from their current school.
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Begin teaching your child from your own home.
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Why Daniel 1 Academy?

In Tennessee, parents of homeschooled children must register them at the beginning of each school year with either their local education agency or a private, church-related school located in TN. Enrolling with D1A will help you satisfy the laws concerning alternative education.
Christian-Based Organization
Founded by Homeschool Parents
Helping Homeschool Families Since 1992
Member of the Tennessee Alliance of Church-Related Schools
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What Parents say about us

Daniel 1 Academy has helped countless parents set their children up for success with our homeschooling programs.
  • They are friendly, helpful, and very supportive.
    I'm so thankful for Daniel 1 in our homeschooling journey. They are friendly, helpful, and very supportive. I wouldn't want to use any other umbrella school.
    Terri D.
    Homeschool Mom
  • A great resource!
    I love having a local umbrella school. They've always been helpful when I call with questions. During high school they are a great resource!
    Kim G.
    Homeschool Mom
  • They will support you all the way.
     My 9 year old has been there 2 years and she loves it. I would recommend them to anyone. They are very helpful and they will support you all the way. 
    Lisa H.
    Homeschool Mom

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to be Christian to enroll?

We do not require parents to sign a statement of faith in order to homeschool under D1A. We do ask that all parents and students respect the Christian foundation of Daniel 1 Academy with appropriate behavior at all school events.

When does the school year start?

Our fiscal year runs from July 1st to June 30th of the following year, but our school calendar typically starts on the first Monday in August and runs through the end of May. Daniel 1 Academy requires a minimum of 180 days, but we do not require an attendance report. Parents are to be responsible for making sure their student meets this requirement.

Is D1A an accredited school?

Homeschool umbrella programs like Daniel 1 Academy are not required to be accredited, because to do so would require all teachers (parents) to be state-certified and for the curriculum used to be state-approved.  However, this does not keep our graduates from entering colleges/universities, trade schools, the military, or the job market. A diploma issued by D1A is recognized as a genuine high school diploma.

What are the requirements for graduation?

There are two pathways to graduating from D1A. A student must earn the appropriate number of high school credits required for a College-Prep diploma or a General Study diploma. To receive a College-Prep diploma, a student must take the ACT or CLT exam at least once during their high school years.

View our High School Information Handout for more information regarding graduating with honors, early graduation, pursuit of a high school equivalency diploma, or our Certificate of Completion.

Does D1A hold a graduation ceremony?

Yes! Each year we hold an optional ceremony for that year's graduating class.

Does enrolling with D1A protect me in legal matters?

Enrolling with D1A will help you satisfy the laws concerning alternative education. Still, we cannot guarantee that our members will not be subject to scrutiny by the courts. It’s always recommended that families consider joining legal associations that help homeschoolers. We recommend the HSLDA (Home School Legal Defense Association) in Washington, DC.  You can receive a discount if you are a member of Daniel 1 Acadeny. Call the school to get our Group Number.

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