Do you need to be married to adopt or foster?

Yes

I'm not sure

No

From which age group are most children adopted in England?

Under 1 year old

Between 1 and 4 years old

Between 6 and 7 years old

Which types of families are urgently needed to adopt and foster?

Black and ethnic minority families and families of mixed-ethnicity

Families able to consider children older than five years old

Families who have experience of disability

Do you need to own your house to foster or adopt?

Yes

I'm not sure

No

Can you adopt or foster even if you have a criminal record?

No

I'm not sure

Yes

Do you need to be healthy and physically active to adopt or foster?

Yes

I'm not sure

No

Which children wait longest for new families?

Groups of siblings and older children

Children from black and minority ethnic backgrounds

Children with disabilities, special needs or uncertain development

How many children in the UK are waiting for a new family?

400

4,000

40

Can you adopt or foster if you are working outside the home?

Yes

I'm not sure

No

How long does the adoption approval process take?

There is no average length

It should not take more than eight months

It always takes at least two years