Taking the next steps

Given the lifelong nature and legal status of adoption, we are extremely thorough in our assessment and preparation process. You need to be sure it is the right option for you to build or add to your family through adoption. We must be sure a child will be safe and secure in your care.

The adoption process can seem a little daunting at first, but our social workers will be with you every step of the way.

Download a flow chart in pdf format of the adoption process.

Why adopt with us?

• We provide a prompt, responsive, professional and caring service
• We have teams of very experienced adoption practitioners
• We offer a thorough preparation, assesment and training for adoptive applicants
• We work with local authorities from within the UK, the National Adoption Register and consortiums of local authorities: learning about children who need adoption
• We are alongside you throughout the time the child joins your family through to the legal adoption of the child
• We are committed to lifelong post-adoption support through 1 to 1 and family work, workshops and social events.

What next?
To find out more, we encourage you to make contact with the office which is nearest your home. We will send you an information pack and if you want to take your interest further, you will be invited to an information meeting or have an interview with a social worker. We look forward to helping you along all the stages of the adoption process.

Before taking the next steps, you may find some frequently asked questions of help.

Our Adoption Offices
PURLEY -
Tel: 020 8668 2181
Email: info (at) cathchild.org
READING -
Tel: 0118 987 5121
Email: reading (at) cathchild.org
HOVE -
Tel: 01273 821234
Email: hoveadoption (at) cathchild.org
WINCHESTER -
Tel: 01962 842024
Email: adoption.winchester (at) cathchild.org