Adoption UK’s Adoption Barometer

Adoption UK have launched the surveys for their third annual Adoption Barometer, which are open for completion by adopters, prospective adopters and adopted adults until 28th February.

There are two surveys this year: 

  • the main Barometer survey (for prospective adopters and adoptive parents)
  • an additional survey for adopted young people and adults aged 16+, to help us explore the tricky transition from adolescence to adulthood

Last year 5,000 people responded to the survey. Armed with those responses, a report was produced which was used extensively within and outside the adoption sector, quoted by decision makers and widely covered in the media.

This year everyone’s worlds have been turned upside down by the pandemic; it has thrown the challenges and joys of adoptive parenting into sharp focus. This year, Adoption UK are hoping that even more people will take 20 minutes to help decision makers understand what life is really like for adoptive families.

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National Apprenticeship Week / ASK Programme

The ASK Programme are hosting a series of free events during National Apprenticeship Week.

Opportunities for year 12 students who are thinking university could be an option next year!

Applications are now open for the Sutton Trust Summer Schools – free summer residentials for year 12 students!

Careers Fair - 2 February 2023

We're pleased to announce the Leicester City Council and Leicestershire Council's Careers Fair.

My Books, My Story Celebration Event

On Sunday 2nd October Curve Theatre in Leicester hosted a hugely successful presentation event for the My Books, My Story project.

My Books, My Story virtual exhibition

Following the success of the "My Books, My Story" Highcross exhibition, the work of our young people has gone virtual.

What to expect in the Early Years Foundation Stage

The Early Years Foundation Stage is a a busy time in a child's development.

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