Adoption is a process in which:
- a child legally becomes the son or daughter of adoptive parents
- all rights and responsibilities for a child transfer from the child's natural parents to the adoptive parents
- a child usually takes the surname of the adoptive parents
The quality of Nottinghamshire County Council’s adoption service is regularly inspected. Here's the latest report.
Whether you are thinking of adopting, you are adopted, you know someone who's been adopted, or you want to work in adoption, this website will give you information, advice and support.
- If you’re interested in adopting and want to know more, start here. You can also call the Forever Families team on 0845 301 2288 for a no-obligation discussion or e-mail your details to e-mail: adoption@nottscc.gov.uk.
- If you've been adopted or someone you know has and you're looking for information and help, start here. You can also talk to Support After Adoptionon 01623 437 988 [Mon 9.30am-1.00pm, Tues 4.00pm-7.30pm, Thurs 1.00pm-4.00pm] or e-mail: support.afteradoption@nottscc.gov.uk.
- If you are an adoptive parent please contact us as above or use the links on the left.
- If you are a birth relative please contact us as above or use the links on the left.
- If you work in adoption or you'd like to, start here.
Please note that people who contact the County Council to enquire about adoption can have their details logged on to our computer system. This information will then be treated as confidential and will not be shared with anyone else but will remain on our system for future reference.
