Adoption | Leicestershire County Council

Parenting an adopted child is one of the most rewarding but challenging things you could do.

Find out if you would be suitable to adopt a child and about the process of adoption.

Why adopt with Leicestershire?

As your Local Authority, we are responsible for Leicestershire's children in care and will be with you all the way.
Find out about adoption events

A friendly opportunity to find out about adoption.
Who can adopt?

You must be over 21 and be able to provide a permanent, stable and loving home.
How to apply to adopt

Start here! Get in touch or come along to one of our events. When you're ready, we'll guide you through the two-stage process, which will take around six months to complete.