Homeschool Dallas–Fort Worth · Texas
Homeschooling in Dallas–Fort Worth
9 local places and programs we've checked for homeschool families in Dallas–Fort Worth — museums, libraries, nature programs, excursions and local groups. Programs, dates and prices change, so check each provider's site before you plan a visit.
New to homeschooling in Texas? Start with our guide to the rules, browse the full Texas resource directory, or read about finding groups and co-ops.
Reading activities
- FreeAll ages
Dallas Public Library card
Dallas residents, and people who teach or study in the city, can get a free Dallas Public Library card for books, e-books and learning databases. The library has also run sessions and one-on-one appointments showing homeschool educators how to use its resources.
Visit dallaslibrary.org ↗ (opens in a new tab) - FreeAll ages
Fort Worth Public Library resources for educators
Fort Worth Public Library offers an educator card that homeschool educators can apply for with photo ID and proof of a homeschooled child, giving higher borrowing limits and longer loan periods. Check the site for current eligibility rules.
Visit fortworthtexas.gov ↗ (opens in a new tab)
Science experiments
- Free + paid optionsAges 5–14
Perot Museum homeschool resources
The Dallas science museum's homeschool page lists its Homeschool Day events with hands-on science stations, plus free Whynauts science videos for grades K–8 and a self-guided scavenger hunt. Check the site for current dates and prices.
Visit perotmuseum.org ↗ (opens in a new tab) - PaidAges 5–11
Fort Worth Museum of Science and History Homeschool Family Science Club
Monthly hands-on science sessions for homeschooled children with an adult at the museum in Fort Worth's Cultural District. Class tickets do not include museum admission; check the site for current dates and prices.
Visit fwmuseum.org ↗ (opens in a new tab)
Arts and crafts
- Free + paid optionsAges 5–17
Amon Carter Museum of American Art homeschool workshops
The Carter in Fort Worth runs homeschool programs in which educators lead gallery tours and students make their own artwork, with sessions designed for families to attend together. Check the site for current dates and registration.
Visit cartermuseum.org ↗ (opens in a new tab)
Educational excursions
- PaidAges 3–12
Dallas Zoo education programs
The Dallas Zoo runs drop-off and parent-attended classes and holds Homeschool Days during the year with hands-on learning stations. Pre-registration is required; check the site for current dates and prices.
Visit dallaszoo.com ↗ (opens in a new tab)
Outdoor learning
- PaidAges 4–14
Fort Worth Botanic Garden homeschool programs
The Fort Worth Botanic Garden offers homeschool family field trips in fall and spring and homeschool STEM studio classes, with a scholarship option for families. Check the site for current dates and prices.
Visit fwbg.org ↗ (opens in a new tab) - PaidAges 5–13
Heard Natural Science Museum homeschool classes
The Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary in McKinney runs semester-long weekly natural science classes for homeschoolers, mixing classroom work with field investigations on its wildlife sanctuary. Pre-registration is required; check the site for current dates and prices.
Visit heardmuseum.org ↗ (opens in a new tab) - Free + paid optionsAll ages
Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge programs
A large city-run nature refuge in northwest Fort Worth with trails, a bison herd and guided field experiences that homeschool groups can book, plus naturalist outreach visits. Check the site for current programs and fees.
Visit fwnaturecenter.org ↗ (opens in a new tab)
How homeschooling works in Dallas–Fort Worth
Homeschooling is legal in Texas. Homeschools are treated as private schools: there is no registration, but you must teach a bona fide curriculum in visual form covering reading, spelling, grammar, math and good citizenship.
Homeschooling in Dallas–Fort Worth: common questions
Is homeschooling legal in Dallas–Fort Worth?
Yes. Homeschooling is legal in Texas. Homeschools are treated as private schools: there is no registration, but you must teach a bona fide curriculum in visual form covering reading, spelling, grammar, math and good citizenship.
Where can homeschoolers go for excursions in Dallas–Fort Worth?
Options we've checked include Perot Museum homeschool resources, Fort Worth Museum of Science and History Homeschool Family Science Club and Fort Worth Botanic Garden homeschool programs. Many programs are designed for school groups, so ask whether homeschool families or groups can book, and check current dates and prices.
Do libraries in Dallas–Fort Worth help homeschoolers?
Libraries we've listed for Dallas–Fort Worth include Dallas Public Library card and Fort Worth Public Library resources for educators. Check each library's site for membership, programs and online learning resources that homeschool families can use.
Can I get homeschool tutoring in Dallas–Fort Worth?
Many families use a tutor for a tricky subject, senior study or test preparation. Our homeschool tutoring guide explains when it helps and what to ask. Success Tutoring is opening learning centers in Texas — check successtutoring.com for availability near Dallas–Fort Worth.
Extra help in Dallas–Fort Worth
If your child needs support in a particular subject, our homeschool tutoring guide explains when a tutor helps and what to ask before you sign up.