How South Carolina Families Can Enroll at Enlightium Academy
March 28, 2025
Enlightium Academy
March 28, 2025
Enlightium Academy
Enlightium Academy is an approved private Christian school that is accredited by Cognia and the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). Enlightium has served homeschool, online, and co-op school students in K-12 since 2003. As K-12 education policies are different in each state, it is a parental responsibility to check on their state’s homeschool requirements and fulfill them as applicable. To assist parents with this process, Enlightium provides basic information about each state’s requirements. Parents are also encouraged to review their state’s requirements at hslda.org/legal and/or the South Carolina Department of Education, as educational policies are subject to change over time.
Homeschooling is legal in all 50 states and Washington D.C. With this freedom comes a responsibility to understand and fulfill legal requirements. This can be worrisome, but you’re not alone in this endeavor. Enlightium Academy is here to help!
Please note that the resources below serve as a starting point for your family; it is important that you research South Carolina homeschooling requirements.
There are three homeschooling options in South Carolina. Families with students enrolled at Enlightium Academy should choose Option 2: Enroll in a homeschool association with at least 50 members (a “50-Member Group”). Enrolling at Enlightium Academy will allow you to meet this option’s requirements.
Under Option 2, the South Carolina Department of Education requires the association to have at least 50 member families. Enlightium Academy has served thousands of students in the U.S. and around the world each year since 2003.
The below guidelines are based on option 2.
Homeschooling Options
Option 2: Enroll in a homeschool association with at least 50 members
State Educational Funds
No
Parent Notifies State
No; Enlightium notifies the respective school district
Academic Calendar Requirement
Yes
Age Requirement
5-17
Instructor Qualifications
Yes
Required Subjects
Yes
Standardized Assessment
Not Required by the State
Immunization Requirement
No
Keep a Portfolio
Yes
Enlightium Parents App with Group for South Carolina Families
Yes
Enlightium Academy will notify the respective school districts by January 30th of each year, providing the number and grade level of children homeschooled through the academy.
No state educational funds are available for homeschooling families at this time.
Ages four or younger:
Students are not required to attend school but can enroll in primary school at Enlightium Academy to have a head start and be ready for Kindergarten.
Ages five to 17:
They must attend school during that academic year; this includes homeschooling with Enlightium Academy. Students must continue their education at a school of their parent’s choice until they graduate or turn 17 years old.
The South Carolina Department of Education requires homeschooled students to receive instruction for at least 180 days each school year.
Enlightium’s school calendar has 180 school days (around 210 days with summer school). Additionally, students have access to the courses 24/7 for most days of the school year, including weekends and holidays.
Immunization is not required in the state of South Carolina, but you should have your exemptions or immunizations documented and on file.
The South Carolina Department of Education requires the parent/guardian/teacher to have at least a high school diploma or GED.
As a part of Enlightium Academy’s dual accreditation, Enlightium teachers are state and/or ACSI-certified. A number of our faculty members have Master's and Doctorate degrees in their fields.
Students in the Homeschool Program (grades PreK-9) use book-based Christian curricula from AOP or BJU Press, while students in the Online Program (grades 3-12) use a digital Christian curriculum. Finally, students in the Sapphire Live program (grades 1-12) use a collection of the best curriculum options on the market. Each curriculum includes Bible, English, math, science, social studies, and electives courses. Click here to learn about the curriculum used at Enlightium Academy and to find the curriculum option that works best for your family.
The South Carolina Department of Education requires the following subjects for all grade levels:
Additionally, students in grades 7-12 are required to take the following subjects:
The above subjects are core courses at Enlightium Academy and should be assigned by your student’s counselor.
The South Carolina Department of Education does not require a standardized test for homeschooled students under Option 2. However, Enlightium Academy requires students to take an annual assessment to keep track of how students are progressing. Enlightium provides the following options per grade level:
Under Option 2, you will need to keep a record of the following:
You may need to provide your state with additional information, so keep a digital record every year you are enrolled at Enlightium Academy and include the following:
Enlightium Academy has an app and desktop platform for families of currently enrolled students. Within this app is a group just for families living in South Carolina to inform and support each other in fulfilling your state’s homeschooling requirements. Your family will be provided a link to download the app after enrolling.
Enlightium Academy is a private Christian online school that serves homeschooling families by offering a Bible-based, flexible, accredited, teacher-supported, and affordable education from the comfort of your home. For any other questions about Enlightium, please call (509) 319-2288, or visit EnlightiumSchool.com.
We review state requirements and regulations annually; however, each state may update its guidelines more frequently. If you have additional questions, please contact your state board of education.
Sources reviewed in March 2025:
Homeschooling in your State
Don’t just take our word for it—listen to the stories of families who’ve chosen Enlightium and found success. Our community of over 5,000 online students speaks to the strength of our program and the profound impact it has on our students’ lives.
This was our first year with Enlightium Academy and I love it for my daughter! She has grown so much spiritually and academically! The weight of having to do it all has been lifted since I have 3 small children as well. We feel supported in our homeschool life!
This program is really focused on a good education for your kids.
The ability to adapt to our child’s learning challenges made for a smooth transition bringing joy that she is actually learning now and retaining the knowledge. We can not wait to tackle another year!
Love the curriculum. The teachers are wonderful and caring. Any technical issues are resolved almost immediately and the billing department has excellent customer service
This was our first year with Enlightium Academy and I love it for my daughter! She has grown so much spiritually and academically! The weight of having to do it all has been lifted since I have 3 small children as well. We feel supported in our homeschool life!
This program is really focused on a good education for your kids.
The ability to adapt to our child’s learning challenges made for a smooth transition bringing joy that she is actually learning now and retaining the knowledge. We can not wait to tackle another year!
Love the curriculum. The teachers are wonderful and caring. Any technical issues are resolved almost immediately and the billing department has excellent customer service
This education option has blessed our lives in so many ways. We will forever be grateful to Enlightium Academy.
Enlightium academy has helped me so much in the homeschooling of my son. They have worked with our scheduling and been there with answers to any questions we've had. They have made this a wonderful experience.
I love the curriculum given to my kids and the teachers are very helpful. My kids are making way better grades with this program then they did in public school.
Enlightium Academy ended up being everything I was looking for. It offers a good, flexible curriculum that truly accommodates my schedule without sacrificing learning. Most importantly, they teach the Bible in such an amazing way. It’s just perfect—I don’t regret being part of this school for a moment.
This education option has blessed our lives in so many ways. We will forever be grateful to Enlightium Academy.
Enlightium academy has helped me so much in the homeschooling of my son. They have worked with our scheduling and been there with answers to any questions we've had. They have made this a wonderful experience.
I love the curriculum given to my kids and the teachers are very helpful. My kids are making way better grades with this program then they did in public school.
Enlightium Academy ended up being everything I was looking for. It offers a good, flexible curriculum that truly accommodates my schedule without sacrificing learning. Most importantly, they teach the Bible in such an amazing way. It’s just perfect—I don’t regret being part of this school for a moment.