Florida Home Education Department
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Established 1995 · 31 Years of Excellence

Get Your Center Fully Prepared
Before the Approval Process Begins.

We prepare educational centers across Florida with everything they need — full compliance, staff training, onboarding packages, and marketing — so when the Provider Development team reviews your application, everything is in complete order.

Important: Step Up for Students and their Provider Development department handle all provider approvals. Our role is to guide you step-by-step so you are fully prepared.

Complete readiness guidance
Staff training & onboarding
12 months of support

Free consultation · No obligation · Serving all 67 Florida counties

Florida Home Education Department

31

Years

67

Counties

500+

Centers

What We Do

We Get You Ready. They Make the Decision.

Our job is to prepare your center with everything the Provider Development team will need — complete compliance, trained staff, proper documentation, and a strong foundation. Step Up for Students handles the final approval process.

Complete Readiness

We prepare every document, train every staff member, and ensure your center meets all requirements — so when the Provider Development team reviews your application, everything is in order.

Training & Onboarding

Comprehensive training on Florida homeschool laws, onboarding packages for accepting homeschoolers, and marketing strategies to ensure your center thrives from day one.

12

Months of Guidance

You have us available for a full 12 months to guide you every step of the way — from initial preparation through your first year of accepting homeschoolers.

Our Services

Everything You Need to Be Fully Prepared

From daycares to tutoring centers, art schools to learning pods  we prepare your center with complete compliance, staff training, onboarding packages, and marketing.

Provider Readiness & Compliance

We prepare every document and ensure your center meets the requirements the Provider Development team will need. Step Up for Students handles the actual approval  our job is to make sure you're completely ready.

Full Legal Compliance

Navigate Florida homeschool laws with confidence. We ensure your center meets every legal requirement under Florida Statute 1002.41  the right way, with no shortcuts.

Comprehensive Staff Training

We train your entire team on Florida homeschool laws, processes, rules, and everything they need to know to accept homeschoolers in your center with confidence.

Onboarding Packages

Complete onboarding packages designed to set your center up for success  including the systems, processes, and materials you need to welcome homeschool families.

Marketing for Success

We provide marketing strategies and guidance to help you attract homeschooling families through targeted social media and community outreach.

12 Months of Guidance

You have us available for a full 12 months to guide you every step of the way  from initial preparation through your first year of operations.

Please note: Step Up for Students and their Provider Development department handle all provider approvals. FLHED prepares your center to have everything in complete order so the process moves forward smoothly.

The FLHED Advantage

Why Centers Trust Us to Get Them Ready

Nothing Left to Chance

We prepare every document, train every staff member, and ensure your center has everything the Provider Development team will need — so nothing holds up your process.

31 Years of Proven Experience

Since 1995, we've been Florida's trusted homeschool compliance experts. No one knows the preparation process better.

Training, Onboarding & Marketing

Beyond compliance, we train your staff on exactly how to accept homeschoolers in your facility, provide onboarding packages, and deliver marketing strategies to ensure your success.

12 Months by Your Side

You have us available for a full year to guide you every step of the way — from initial preparation through your first year of welcoming homeschool families.

Professional compliance consulting
30 Years Trusted Expertise
About Us

Trusted Since 1995

Florida Home Education Department was founded with one mission: to prepare educational centers across Florida with everything they need to accept homeschoolers — legally, professionally, and profitably.

For over 31 years, we've guided daycares, tutoring centers, churches, art schools, and learning pods through the compliance process — training their staff, building their onboarding packages, and providing marketing strategies to ensure their success.

We also provide a special Homeschool Graduation event at ZooMiami for all our partner centers — a celebration that families and students remember forever.

Our role is clear: We prepare your center to have everything in complete order. Step Up for Students and their Provider Development department handle the approval process. We make sure you're fully ready so the process moves forward smoothly.

31 Years Experience
67 Counties Served
Bilingual Support
Grace Coca

Grace Coca

Director, Florida Home Education Department

Our Real Estate Partner

AB Realty LLC

30+ Years of Commercial Real Estate Excellence

When our clients need to expand, relocate, or sell their educational center, we connect them with AB Realty LLC — a firm that specializes in the sale of education centers and commercial properties throughout Florida.

Specializes in Education Centers

Daycares, tutoring centers, schools, and learning facilities

Buy, Sell, or Expand

Full-service commercial real estate for your growth needs

30+ Years Experience

Seasoned professionals who understand the education industry

Contact AB Realty

Ask for JC Bringas

Looking to Expand?

Whether you're buying, selling, or need a bigger space for your growing center, AB Realty has you covered.

Commercial property specialists
Education industry expertise
Statewide Florida coverage

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Ready to Get Your Center Fully Prepared?

Let us guide you step-by-step to have everything in complete order. We prepare your center with compliance, training, onboarding packages, and marketing — so you're ready when the Provider Development team needs to review your application.

Contact Information

Coverage

All 67 Florida Counties

Hours

Mon-Thu, 10AM-6PM

Grace Coca - Director

Grace Coca

Director, FLHED

Your personal consultant

Why Wait?

We prepare your center with everything needed — compliance, training, onboarding, and marketing. Let us get you ready.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions from educational centers looking to accept homeschoolers.

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