By: Andrea Dillon
By:Homeschooling is a grand adventure for both parents and children. One of the first steps when deciding to homeschool is to reach out to local homeschoolers for support, comradery, and interactions. Below we have different Maryland co-ops and Maryland homeschool groups to help get you started on your homeschooling journey.
Navigate the page by clicking the sections below to go to statewide, regional, and local groups by county. To have your group listed please add the information in the comments below or contact me here.
| Maryland Statewide Homeschool Groups | Maryland Homeschool Groups By County | Secular Maryland Homeschool Groups |
Maryland Statewide Homeschool Groups
Statewide homeschool groups can help you find different resources that are available throughout the state. These groups can help locate local homeschool groups, co-op homeschool groups, and virtual homeschool groups in Maryland.
Many Paths of Natural Learning Umbrella & Support Group
“We are approved to oversee home instruction in the State of Maryland. We at Many Paths believe that families and students learn best when self motivated. We strive to help you accomplish this goal. Many Paths holds the belief that learning is a life long process and homeschooling is a family adventure. “
“You’re welcome to join this group if you homeschool school-aged children/ teens in (or just outside of) Maryland, are thinking about homeschooling in Maryland, or offer homeschool classes and opportunities that are PHYSICALLY in or just outside of Maryland, or offer virtual classes IF you live in or just outside of Maryland (post those ads no more than twice a month.)”
Maryland Homeschool Association
“MDHSA seeks to understand the unique needs of Maryland homeschool families. From Western Maryland to the Eastern Shore, we welcome all families from varied and diverse backgrounds. We may differ in educational philosophies, skin color, religious choice, or countless other ways – but we share one powerful commonality: Our love for our children and our desire to protect homeschooling rights.”
“This is a supportive environment for any UNSCHOOLING family in the state of Maryland (or moving here). As unschoolers, we’ve experienced the frustration of not being understood and heard, so we are going to try to keep this group as comfortable as possible for our members by asking that the group be limited to UNSCHOOLERS in the state of Maryland or families seriously contemplating unschooling here in the next year or so. “
Maryland County Groups
Most homeschooling families are looking for the direct personal connection that local homeschooling groups can provide. Below are Maryland homeschool groups and Maryland co-ops sorted by county.
| Allegany | Anne Arundel | Baltimore | Calvert | Caroline | Carroll |
| Cecil | Charles | Dorchester | Frederick | Garrett | Harford |
| Howard | Kent | Montgomery | Queen Anne’s | Somerset | |
| St. Mary’s | Talbot | Washington | Wicomico | Worcester |
Allegany
Anne Arundel
Arundel Homeschoolers Support Group
“We are a group of homeschool families who support one another with additional activities, events, and encouragement beyond what you may get from a co-op, tutorial, or umbrella group.”
“North County Home Educators was started in 1992 as a network of families who homeschool or are exploring the possibility. We are an inclusive group composed of members who are willing to share their homeschooling experiences. We do not specifically endorse or promote the views of individuals, groups, or organizations whose names may be shared as resources; such references are for your investigation solely.”
Baltimore
“We are a homeschooling group of naturally minded and peaceful parenting families from the north Baltimore city and county area.”
Baltimore City / Hamilton Homeschoolers
“Sharing activities with other homeschooling families.”
Baltimore County Secular Homeschoolers
“This group is for homeschoolers who live in or near Baltimore County who homeschool for other than religious reasons and teach science from a secular perspective. This is a place for us to share resources and to find like-minded folks.”
Baltimore Homeschool Community Center
“BHCC is a Homeschool Center registered with the Maryland State Department of Education. We are secular, inclusive, diverse, POC, LGBTQ, immigrants, allies, advocates.”
Free Up Baltimore Homeschool Co op for African-centered families
“Free Up is a homeschool collective that started in homes from parents getting together for the benefit of our youth’s development and the building of community. We have evolved to include edutainment events for youth and a formal seasonal weekly learning space with an African STEAM focus (Science Tech Ethics Art Math) and a celebration of a term we have coined: AfroReganics, which is using nature and recycled materials to create and problem-solve.”
South East Baltimore HOmeschoolers
A Baltimore group that states “feel free to post meet ups , fieldtrips, school books for sale, home school questions, prayer needs really anything is okay.”
Calvert
Accokeek Christian Cooperative
“We are here to serve families in Southern Maryland who have chosen the journey of Homeschooling. We offer classes, clubs, and activities that will keep your students engaged as they travel through the exciting world of Home Education.”
Cornerstone Homeschool Cooperative
A “successful co-op with core classes in English, History, and the Sciences, along with supplemental classes in drama, art, choir, and a host of other specials and electives for all grade levels. Many of the students who have attended Cornerstone now attend colleges and universities around the nation. Parents who have chosen to enter the school system or community college have found the transition to be easy for their children after their Cornerstone experience.”
Caroline
Carroll
Cecil
Harford & Cecil County Secular Homeschoolers
This is a diverse group for homeschoolers that is inclusive and for every family.
Charles
Accokeek Christian Cooperative
“We are here to serve families in Southern Maryland who have chosen the journey of Homeschooling. We offer classes, clubs, and activities that will keep your students engaged as they travel through the exciting world of Home Education.”
Dorchester
Frederick
Homeschooling in Frederick County, Maryland
“This group is for Frederick County, Maryland (and surrounding area) current homeschoolers, soon to be homeschoolers, former homeschoolers, and help I need information on homeschooling homeschoolers. It is part informational, part promotional, and part co-op.”
Garrett
“GCHS was created to be a place where parents & kids can keep updated on local activities in the area, find community support, ideas, and other helpful information.”
Garrett County MD Homeschool Ideas, Support, Get togethers, Activities
“Garrett County MD Homeschool Ideas, Support, Get togethers, Activities is a place for locals to post ideas , trips, activities, get together , questions, support, or anything to help our kids and parents grow & learn! Local concerts, markets, movies, anything another homeschool parent might like to do in the local area!”
Harford
Harford & Cecil County Secular Homeschoolers
This is a diverse group for homeschoolers that is inclusive and for every family.
Howard
Central Maryland Homeschoolers
“For homeschoolers in and around Howard County, MD. All religions, political beliefs, and homeschooling philosophies are welcome.”
Howard County Homeschooling Community
“Enjoy our group field trips, social events and classes for homeschoolers. However, please RSVP responsibly. We have a strict NO-SHOW policy where families are removed if they consistently disregard and/or do not honor their RSVPs.”
Kent
Montgomery
“Chieftain Institute is a ministry of Derwood Bible Church for Christian homeschoolers. We offer courses for middle and high school students.”
Montgomery County, MD Homeschoolers
“This facebook group is designed to help homeschoolers in Montgomery County MD get together and talk about questions, concerns, events, etc.”
Prince George’s
“Unitas is a cooperation of Christian homeschooling families located in Bowie, Maryland who hire tutors to teach our children using the disciplines of classical Christian education. These disciplines include memorization in the early years, progressing to logic, critical thinking and rhetoric in the upper level classes.”
Queen Anne’s
Somerset
St. Mary’s
Accokeek Christian Cooperative
“We are here to serve families in Southern Maryland who have chosen the journey of Homeschooling. We offer classes, clubs, and activities that will keep your students engaged as they travel through the exciting world of Home Education.”
Talbot
Washington
PHLiC (Progressive Hagerstown Learning Circle)
“We are a group of families working together to make homeschooling our children a rewarding and communal experience. Our group is secular, meaning we are not faith-based, and are all-inclusive. We hope to attract open-minded individuals seeking a progressive environment in which to grow and learn with our children, as well as, create lasting friendships.”
Wicomico
Worcester
