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Adoption
Introduction to Adoption
Making the decision to adopt is a huge step. It makes sense to gather as much information as you can, and talk to as many people as possible, before deciding if adoption is right for you.
There are no short cuts, but our friendly and professional staff are available to help you through the adoption process.
People from all sorts of different backgrounds, occupations and walks of life can make good adopters. We do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexuality or disability. Who can adopt?
We need adopters for children of all ages. We are particularly looking for adopters for brothers and sisters, toddlers and young children aged four and older, and children with disabilities. Children waiting for adoption.
In the 2022 Ofsted inspection, inspectors said "Prospective adopters feel well supported and value the training they receive". Read our Adoption statement of purpose (PDF, 419 KB).
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Who can adopt?
Children waiting for adoption
The adoption process
Support for adoptive families
Adopting a child already living with you
Adopt from overseas
Adopted adults
About AdoptEast
We are proud to be part of the Adopt East alliance. It brings together the professionalism, skills and expertise of eight local authorities and two voluntary adoption agencies from the East of England. Families receive the best service and the right support, at whatever stage of their adoption journey.
Find out more
To find out more about adoption and get details about our next information event, please fill in our enquiry form or telephone us on 01603 638343.
