Fostering and adoption

Understanding the process of fostering and adoption can be quite overwhelming. Fostering and adoption can make a life-changing difference in the lives of children and young people. Whether you’re opening your home as a foster carer, becoming a kinship carer or considering adoption, your commitment can provide a stable, loving environment where children can thrive and feel valued. Our fostering and adoption section offers advice and support to help you navigate this journey. We have advice on fostering, adoption, tracing birth parents, residence and special guardianship orders. We also have guidance on talking to your child if they are adopted and adoption support.