Online homeschool in Texas
Live Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level teachers for Texas families. Real teachers, not pre-recorded video like Acellus. From USD 423 per month.
750,000+ Texas families homeschool. We serve them with international live classes when local options fall short.
- Homeschool rules: Easiest — No registration · No testing · No curriculum approval
- Paperwork: None
- Live class times: 7 AM – 4 PM CT — Morning classes finish before noon — afternoons free for sports, music, hobbies
- Exam centres: British Council Houston · Cambridge centres in Dallas
- Population: 750,000+ homeschool families
Homeschool law in Texas
Texas treats home schools as private schools per Leeper v. Arlington ISD (1994). No registration, no testing, no curriculum approval — start tomorrow.
University pathways
- UT Austin
- Texas A&M
- Rice
- Baylor
- SMU
- TCU
Fees
From USD 423/month for Primary, payable termly; varies by curriculum and level. One-to-one tuition: USD 15/hour.
Frequently asked questions
Can Smartious teach homeschool students in Texas?
Yes. Texas treats home schools as private schools per Leeper v. Arlington ISD (1994) — there is no registration, no testing, and no curriculum approval required. Texas families can enrol with Smartious immediately. Our live online classes count as your child's primary instruction and we provide a parent-reviewed transcript and curriculum log if you ever want documentation.
How much does Smartious cost for Texas families in USD?
Tuition starts from USD 423 per month, and the exact figure depends on the pathway, the year group and the subjects your child takes. Request pricing through the enrolment form and we send the full structure the same day. Every programme includes live qualified teachers, recorded lessons for review, marked work and termly reports, with no surprise fees.
Is Smartious recognized by UT Austin, Texas A&M, and Rice?
Yes. We deliver Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level qualifications, which UT Austin, Texas A&M, Rice, Baylor, SMU and TCU all accept on equal footing with US AP and dual-enrollment credits. We also provide free Common App support, college essays guidance, and recommendation letters from your teaching team.
What's the live class schedule for Texas families on Central Time?
Live classes run 7 AM – 4 PM Central Time, Monday through Friday. Morning blocks finish before noon, leaving afternoons free for Texas-specific activities like sports, music lessons, 4-H, or family ranch life. Every live session is recorded so families can review or catch up on missed classes.
How do I start homeschooling in Texas with Smartious?
Three steps. (1) Book a free 30-minute consultation at smartioushomeschool.com/consult — we'll review your child's current level and recommend the right curriculum and tier. (2) Complete enrolment in 48 hours. (3) Begin live classes the following Monday. No Texas state paperwork is required — you can simply withdraw your child from their previous school in writing.
Cities in Texas
- Online homeschool in Houston
- Online homeschool in Dallas
- Online homeschool in Austin
- Online homeschool in El Paso
- Online homeschool in Lubbock
- Online homeschool in Corpus Christi
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What parents say
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“I have peace of mind as a Smartious Homeschool parent. No more traffic and early morning rush to school. Smartious are the most organized homeschool providers.” — Google reviewer, Google review