Barnardo's fostering and adoption

Adoption feedback

A single adopter

“Once being told Barnardo’s would work with me during the adoption process I finally felt like I was embarking on a life’s dream... I found the process a positive and sometimes emotional experience."

An adoptive couple

“It is not easy having a stranger come in and learning everything about your life, including intimate details, but [Barnardos SW] always put us at ease so that to be honest, we have to say, the process was actually quite enjoyable.

We will always sing Barnardo’s praises to anyone who will listen and would like to thank you for all that you have done for our family. You do incredible work and really do live up to your slogans!”

An adopter of two children

"We found the level of support to be excellent. Barnardo’s is professional and competent from beginning to end."

An adopter of one child

"We were very pleased with the prompt response to questions regarding court,what to expect, also the support we received from our project worker throughout the process."

A local authority social worker

"The department and Barnardo’s worked well together. This is my second experience of working with Barnardo’s and both times have been positive."