Adoption support that works for all

Overview

We're seeking views that relates to reforming the system of adoption support, including the operation of the Adoption and Special Guardianship Support Fund.

If you are an adopted or kinship care young person please complete the children and young person version here.

Why your views matter

This consultation aims to make the adoption and kinship system of support better, fairer, and more efficient. The consultation sets out proposals to maintain and improve the mental health and wellbeing of children who are adopted or in kinship care, with a focus on strengthening the support available and building their resilience.

It also sets out eight options to reform adoption and eligible kinship support, including the future operation of the Adoption and Special Guardianship Support Fund.

Please read the Adoption support that works for all – Reimagining adoption and kinship support: making it fit for the future document before responding.

Closes 5 May 2026

Opened 10 Feb 2026

Audiences

  • Adoptive parents
  • Directors of children's services
  • Foster carers
  • Parents
  • Principle social workers
  • Service managers
  • Social workers
  • Team managers
  • Young people

Interests

  • Accommodation (Looked after children)
  • Adoption
  • Care leavers and former looked-after children
  • Fostering