Information Session
2025-05-21 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-06-07 21:30, 2025-06-17 12:00 - 13:30, 2025-06-26 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-07-12 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-07-18 12:00 - 13:30, 2025-07-29 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-08-02 09:30 - 11:00 (Europe/London) and 9 more dates | Virtual Session
If you are considering whether adoption might be the right path for your family, we invite you to attend an Information Session. This allows you to learn about our agency, discuss the adoption process, and hear from one of our adopters.
During this session, our adoption social workers will be available to share their knowledge and expertise on the adoption assessment process.
Only one ticket is required per household. Please be aware that if you are looking to adopt as a couple (married, civil partnership, or cohabiting), both of you must attend the Information Session.
At the end of the session, we will explain how to complete an Initial Enquiry if you wish to.
Please follow this link to book the Information Session; Adoption West Events | Eventbrite

Options at Post-16 - workshop for parents of adopted children
2025-06-04 10:00 - 11:30
An overview of Post 16 options for parents of adopted children.
Join this ONLINE workshop to understand the planning and preparation required to support young people into Post 16 options. A brief guide on navigating the many options available for young people and how to access support.
N .B. Only one ‘ticket’ is needed per household – open to all
Link for tickets – takes you to Eventbrite

Amazing Wallabies - Stay and Play
2025-06-12 10:00 - 23:30, 2025-07-10 10:00 - 23:30 | Stonehouse
Social group for children and babies (and their parents/carers).
We follow a simple format for the session: introductions to begin with, and then lots of playing (and some chatting for the grown-ups). Possibly a song or a story at the end 😊. And, there are refreshments available. We sometimes attempt a simple craft activity.
Our first few sessions have been really well-received with lots of positive feedback. Our main focus is offering a relaxed environment for adoptive parents and EP Carers to meet and socialise with people that have children of similar ages.
If you would like to join us, please contact rebecca.myers@adoptionwest.co.uk, with your child’s name and age.
We look forward to seeing you soon.

Summer Family Gathering
2025-06-21 12:00 - 15:00
WILTSHIRE AND BANES
Saturday 21st June 12 – 3 pm
Venue near Calne, Wiltshire
RSVP info@adoptionwest.co.uk
We look forward to seeing you.
Our family events are open to all adopters living in the Adoption West region, you are welcome to attend whichever is most convenient for your family.

Summer Family Event
2025-06-29 14:00 - 16:00
GLOUCESTERSHIRE and SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE
Sunday 29th June from 2 – 4 pm
Venue near Bradley Stoke.
RSVP Kirsty.Gilbert@adoptionwest.co.uk
Our family events are open to all adopters living in the Adoption West region, you are welcome to attend whichever is most convenient for your family.

Summer Family Event
2025-07-05 14:30 - 16:30
BRISTOL and NORTH SOMERSET
Saturday 5th July from 2:30 – 4:30 pm
Venue near Bristol
RSVP Daniella.Palmer@adoptionwest.co.uk
We look forward to seeing you.
Our family events are open to all adopters living in the Adoption West region, you are welcome to attend whichever is most convenient for your family.

Summer Forest Adventure
2025-08-15 10:00 - 14:00 | TBC near Stroud, Gloucestershire
Kids and teens aged 8 -16 years are invited to join us for a fun-filled session of forest school activities, including fire building, wood whittling, and creative activities.
Matt and his team will teach techniques and guide participants through activities. There will also be plenty of time to explore the woods and make new friends.
Adoption West will subsidise the cost per child, meaning spaces are just £10 per child. 😊 Payment details to follow after registration on Eventbrite.

Summer Forest Adventure – link to Eventbrite

10 Online Week Therapeutic Parenting course - for existing adopters
2025-09-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Virtual Session
Do you sometimes find your child’s behaviour hard to understand? Do some of
Your parenting techniques seem ineffective.
We are running a course for adoptive parents, looking specifically at the impact of
children’s early experiences on their behaviour and emotional well-being. We will
be exploring alternative parenting ideas and strategies.
The course will run for 10 sessions on Tuesday mornings from 10 am-12 pm. These
will be online via MS TEAMS.
The first session will be held on 9/9/25 and the final session on 25/11/25, with
breaks at the start and end of October. You will need to be able to attend all
ten sessions.
Actual dates: 9/9, 16/9, 23/9, 30/9, 14/10, 21/10, 4/11, 11/11, 18/11, 25/11.
The course is aimed at families with children below secondary school age.

Please contact Adoptionsupporthelpdesk@adoptionwest.co.uk, or your Post ADoption Support worker for more details.
Please include your name and your child’s name and age in your email.

Amazing Wallabies - Stay and Play
2025-09-11 10:00 - 23:30, 2025-10-09 10:00 - 23:30, 2025-11-13 10:00 - 23:30 | Stonehouse
Social group for children and babies (and their parents/carers).
We follow a simple format for the session: introductions to begin with, and then lots of playing (and some chatting for the grown-ups). Possibly a song or a story at the end 😊. And, there are refreshments available. We sometimes attempt a simple craft activity.
Our first few sessions have been well-received with lots of positive feedback. Our main focus is offering a relaxed environment for adoptive parents and EP Carers to meet and socialise with people who have children of similar ages.
If you would like to join us, please contact rebecca.myers@adoptionwest.co.uk, with your child’s name and age.
We look forward to seeing you soon.

Secondary Education - choosing a school and what to expect
2025-09-23 10:00 - 11:30 | Virtual Session
Join Sophie, an Education Advocate, from Gloucestershire’s virtual school, who will be looking at an overview of secondary education for parents of adopted children. This session will include areas to consider when choosing a secondary school and information on how schools can support your child.
Head over to Eventbrite to book your space
N.B. Only one ‘ticket’ is needed per household –open to all, not just those in the Gloucestershire area

Information Session
2025-10-18 10:00 - 12:00 | St. Michael’s Centre, Stoke GIfford.
In-person event at St. Michael’s Centre, Bristol
If you are considering whether adoption might be the right path for your family, we invite you to attend an Information Session. This allows you to learn about our agency, discuss the adoption process, meet members of our team, and hear from one of our adopters.
During this session, our adoption social workers will be available to share their knowledge and expertise on the adoption assessment process, there will also be a chance for you to ask questions.
Please be aware that if you are looking to adopt as a couple (married, civil partnership, or cohabiting), both of you must attend the Information Session.
At the end of the session, we will explain how to complete an Initial Enquiry if you wish to.
Please follow this link to book the Information Session: Adoption West Events | Eventbrite
