Primary Education - choosing a school and what to expect
2024-12-09 11:00 - 12:30 (Europe/London)
Join Sarah, an Education Advocate, from Bath’s virtual school, who will be discussing an overview of what to look for when choosing a primary 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 BANES area

Information Session
2024-12-11 15:00 - 16:30, 2025-01-14 16:30 - 18:00, 2025-01-22 12:30 - 14:00 | Virtual Session
If you are considering whether adoption is the right path for your family, we invite you to attend an Information Session. This gives you the opportunity to hear about our agency, talk about 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), it is really important that both of you attend the Information Session.
At the end of the session, we will let how you can complete an Initial Enquiry if you wish to.
Please follow this link to book the Information Session; Adoption West Events | Eventbrite

Adoption Stand
2024-12-13 10:00 - 14:00 | In-person, Bristol
Come and say hello!

We had such a lovely time getting out and about during National Adoption Week, that next Friday, we will be in Bristol Temple Meads Station between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., talking to anyone who wants to know more about adoption. Friendly staff will be on hand to answer your questions and offer advice on the next steps of your adoption journey.

Remember, if your local authority is one of the following, we are your Regional Adoption Agency:

Bristol City Council
Bath and North East Somerset
Gloucestershire
North Somerset
South Gloucestershire
Wiltshire

We look forward to seeing you (no need to register, just turn up!).

Secondary Education - choosing a school and what to expect
2025-01-21 18:00 - 19:30
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

Life Story Workshop
2025-01-24 10:00 - 12:00 | In-person, Bristol
This workshop will empower adoptive parents by helping them feel more confident in talking to their child/ren about their life story and why they are adopted. It will also provide a forum for parents to talk about their concerns and challenges. At the workshop, tools and resources that may be helpful to try at home will be shared, alongside routes to seek advice and support in the future.
This workshop is open to adoptive parents with children aged eight years and under. The workshop will be held in person near Bristol. Parents only to attend (no children, sorry!)
Follow the Eventbrite Link to secure your space: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/adoption-west-life-story-workshop-tickets-1086846078879?aff=oddtdtcreator

Life Story Workshop
2025-01-24 10:00 - 12:00 | In-person, Bristol
This workshop will empower adoptive parents by helping them feel more confident in talking to their child/ren about their life story and why they are adopted. It will also provide a forum for parents to talk about their concerns and challenges. At the workshop, tools and resources that may be helpful to try at home will be shared, alongside routes to seek advice and support in the future.
This workshop is open to adoptive parents with children aged eight years and under. The workshop will be held in person in Yate. Parents only to attend (no children, sorry!)
Follow the Eventbrite Link to secure your space: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/adoption-west-life-story-workshop-tickets-1086846078879?aff=oddtdtcreator

Information Session
2025-01-30 17:00 - 18:30 | 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 gives you the opportunity 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

Information Session
2025-02-01 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-04-05 10:00 - 11:30 | Virtual Session
**Saturday Morning 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

Information Session
2025-02-17 18:00 - 19:30 | Virtual Session
**Evening 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

Coffee and Chat for LGBTQ+ Week
2025-03-05 12:00 - 13:00
This is a great opportunity for those who might be thinking about adopting a child or children, to come along and have their questions answered by those who have done it. This event has been organised as part of the LGBTQ+ Adoption and Fostering celebrations that we take part in annually.
We welcome anyone considering adoption – it’s that simple. But, we appreciate that those from the LGBTQ+ communities may have some specific questions and concerns that relate to their sexual orientation or gender identity, and how others (including children, birth families, and professionals) may process this.
We want to assure you that very little hasn’t been asked before, and if we don’t have the answer yet, we will do our best to work with you and find it.
The event is open to anyone interested in adoption, at any point in their journey.
View on Eventbrite and book your space

Options at Post-16 - workshop for parents of adopted children
2025-03-05 18:00 - 19:30, 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

Information Session
2025-03-07 12:30 - 14:00 | Virtual Session
**Lunchtime 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

Information Session
2025-03-19 17:30 - 19:00, 2025-04-11 12:00 - 13:30, 2025-04-22 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-05-03 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-05-16 12:00 - 13:30, 2025-05-21 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-06-07 21:30, 2025-06-17 12:00 - 13:30 | 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

10 Online Week Therapeutic Parenting course - for existing adopters
2025-04-25 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 runs for 10 weeks starting on 25/4 and the last session on 11/7, there is a break for half-term.
Sessions run from 10 am to 12 pm on Friday mornings, they are held online using MS Teams.
This course is aimed at families whose children have been living with them for at least six months, with children under the age of 10 years (please state child’s age when enquiring)

Please contact tina.fagan@adoptionwest.co.uk for more details (please include your name and your child’s name and age in your email).

Early Years Education for parents of adopted children
2025-04-29 18:00 - 19:30
Early Years Provision Options and Funding – An Introduction
Join this ONLINE workshop for an introduction to choosing an Early Years provider for your child with guidance on funded hours and different types of provision.
Link for tickets – takes you to Eventbrite

Theraplay- for existing adopters
2025-04-30 10:00 - 11:00 | South Gloucestershire venue
We are offering adopters the opportunity to attend an eight-week guided course, to practice Theraplay techniques and understand the benefits they can have within the parent-child relationship. This course is designed for one parent to attend with one child (child aged 3 and 4 years.)
Sessions are an hour long and start at 10 am. They will be held at a venue in South Gloucestershire.
If you live in the Adoption West region, and you would like to attend please email rachel.hawker@adoptionwest.co.uk, with both your and your child’s details.
Find out more about Theraplay here: https://theraplay.org/what-is-theraplay/

Theraplay- for existing adopters
2025-04-30 10:00 - 11:00 | South Gloucestershire venue
We are offering adopters the opportunity to attend an eight-week guided course, to practice Theraplay techniques and understand the benefits they can have within the parent-child relationship. This course is designed for one parent to attend with one child (child aged 3 and 4 years.)
Sessions are an hour long and start at 10 am. They will be held at a venue in South Gloucestershire.
If you live in the Adoption West region, and you would like to attend, please email rachel.hawker@adoptionwest.co.uk, with both your and your child’s details.
Find out more about Theraplay here: https://theraplay.org/what-is-theraplay/

N.B. Dates and venue to be confirmed, but likely to start the week beginning January 19th.

Amazing Wallabies - Stay and Play
2025-05-15 10:00 - 23:30, 2025-06-12 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.
