Scotland About us Volunteer with us The Promise News Contact us Beginning your adoption journey Choosing to adopt is a powerful decision that can change lives by providing children with the opportunity to grow up safe, loved and nurtured within a stable home environment. The resources and links below are designed to help prospective adopters understand the adoption process and take the next steps with confidence. "A child doesn't need perfection, they need a welcome home and home can be perfectly imperfect. " Adoption in Scotland: Information for prospective adopters Detailed information about every step of the adoption process in Scotland. Factsheets, videos and podcasts Information and advice for adopters at every stage of their journey. FASD Hub: Guidance for prospective adopters Essential information about fetal alcohol spectrum disorder for those considering adoption. Prospective adopters virtual community group A safe space to meet other prospective adopters and discuss your journey, ask questions and connect. Scotland’s Adoption Register: Find an adoption agency Contact details for Scotland’s 32 local authority and five voluntary adoption agencies. The adoption journey Our guide to adopting in Scotland. Animation: Growing our family through adoption Family Matters podcasts: The adoption process Stories and personal experiences Growing our family through adoption "I think I want to be a mum": A single parent’s adoption journey Back to top Manage Cookie Preferences