We welcome people with a whole range of backgrounds and life experiences, who are able to reflect and support the needs of the children waiting for adoption. There are broad criteria to determine whether or not you can adopt, and you can read more about these below.
What we’re really looking for is people who have the health and energy to support a child through to adulthood and beyond, and who have the motivation to persevere through difficult times.
Legal requirements for adoption
- You can adopt if you are 21 or over (there is no upper age limit)
- You can adopt if you are a UK resident or have been domiciled in the UK for 12 months
- You can adopt if you hold no criminal convictions against children
For more information about who can adopt, read our Adoption FAQs page.
Do we cover your area?
Coram works across the whole of London as well as in surrounding areas. Find out if we cover your area:
Next steps
Want to know more about adopting with Coram? Come along to one of our information events and meet our friendly adoption team. We also recommend that you do as much preparation as possible, to find out if adoption is right for you.
Book onto an information event Find out more about the adoption process