Welcome to Adopt London
Adopt London is a Regional Adoption Agency. We believe that every child deserves a loving and secure place to call home. We are here to support your adoption journey, to offer advice, assistance and signposting to anyone affected by adoption.
About Adopt London
Adopt London is made up of four Regional Adoption Agencies, working with local authority partners across London to provide joined-up adoption services so more children can find secure, stable family homes and to support everyone connected to adoption across the capital.
Together, we bring adoption professionals from across London into one connected service: social workers in recruitment, assessment, family finding and adoption support, sharing expertise at every stage. We work closely with local support services, and alongside those with adoption experience, to help shape the services and support families tell us they want and need.
Adoption can be complex and life-changing, not just for adoptive families but for adopted people and birth families too. That is why our support is varied depending on your experience and can include information, guidance, support, advice or signposting. Whoever you are, we are here for you and always aim to offer clear information and practical help.
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Want to adopt?
The first step is to contact us. We will send you further information or invite you to one of our adoption information sessions.
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Parenting an adopted child
Being an adoptive parent is hugely rewarding and provides a stable, supportive and loving home for children in need.
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Adoption events
Sign up for an online event to find out more and hear from our approved adoptive families as they share their stories with you and answer your questions.
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Our Information Booklet
If you can offer a child a loving, supportive family home, we’d like to hear from you. To find out more about the families we need, please download a copy of our information booklet.
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Adoption stories
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Conversations with Tom
Tom and his husband Dan adopted their son about 2 years ago. Family life is busy and has its challenges, but it is also everything they hoped it would be. They talked to us about the assessment process, matching with their son, and how they are all looking forward to welcoming another adopted child into their home, and adjusting to life as a family of four.
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Intercountry and transracial adoption
We spoke to Dominic about his experience of being adopted by a white British couple and brought to the UK as a baby from Thailand. Dominic is a strong advocate for adoption; he wears his adoption ‘like a badge of honour’ and hopes that talking about it will give other children the opportunities and aspirations that they deserve.
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Upcoming events
See all eventsBlack Adoption Project’s Meet The Adopters
Would you like to find out more about adopting a child? This event is hosted by the Black Adoption Project as part of our work to encourage more black and mixed black families to adopt. Join adopted parents as they share their real-life experiences.
Meet The Adopters with Adopt London North
Come and join us to find out what adoption is really like. Think about the questions you would like to ask our panel of adoptive parents.
Adopt London South – Lunchtime Adoption Q&A
This is your chance to ask anything about adopting a London child who is not known to you. Our frequently asked questions often cover subjects around accommodation, eligibility, health, finances, childcare, volunteering experience etc. At this event you will receive answers, and advice about the most appropriate next steps.
Adopt London South – Lunchtime Adoption Q&A
This is your chance to ask anything about adopting a London child who is not known to you. Our frequently asked questions often cover subjects around accommodation, eligibility, health, finances, childcare, volunteering experience etc. At this event you will receive answers, and advice about the most appropriate next steps.
Adopt London South – Evening Adoption Q&A
This is your chance to ask anything about adopting a London child who is not known to you. Our frequently asked questions often cover subjects around accommodation, eligibility, health, finances, childcare, volunteering experience etc. At this event you will receive answers, and advice about the most appropriate next steps.