How old do you have to be to Adopt?
12/02/2025
How old do you have to be to adopt in the UK? Minimum age is 21 with no upper limit. Find out what agencies really look for in adoptive parents.
Category: Adoption – Knowledge
How long does it take to adopt in the UK?
18/12/2024
How long does it take to adopt in the UK? Typically 6-12 months for approval plus matching time. Get the complete timeline for each adoption stage.
Understanding the Adoption Support Fund: A Guide for Adoptive Families
18/12/2024
Learn about the Adoption Support Fund (now ASGSF) for adoptive families. Updated 2025 guide: £3,000 per child, eligibility, and how to apply successfully.
A Billion-Pound Oversight: How Local Authorities in England Are Failing to Secure Adoptions
08/07/2024
Originally published: 8 July 2024. Last updated: November 2025 with latest data through Q2 2025. Every year in England, local authorities decide that adoption is the best option for around 4,000 children in care. These are children who cannot return to their birth families, children
Do You Have to Pay to Adopt a Child?
28/02/2024
If you’re considering adoption in the UK, it’s natural to wonder about the financial implications of this process. Many prospective parents ask the question: do you have to pay to adopt a child in the UK?
Explained: Can You Adopt Siblings?
14/02/2024
If you’re considering adopting children, you may be asking ‘can I adopt siblings?’ Jigsaw Adoption explores your choices when it comes to adopting children and adopting siblings.
Adopting in the UK: Navigating Adoption Law
26/01/2024
When beginning your adoption journey, it’s important to understand UK adoption law. Jigsaw Adoption explores adopting a child in the UK and how to navigate adoption law in the UK.
How Do I Adopt a Child in the UK?
22/01/2024
Are you considering adoption? You may be asking ‘how do I adopt in the UK?’ Jigsaw Adoption talks you through child adoption in the UK, providing information, guidance and resources for prospective parents.