Aspire Adoption Services

Our Under 5s Stay & Play sessions start back from Monday 14th September in the Poole area. We can't wait to see you then!

Your child(ren) will be able to play with other adopted children and children in early permanence placements while you can chat to our friendly staff and discuss any support needs or queries.

You will also have the opportunity to meet other local adoptive families. You are welcome to drop in any time during the sessions.

To let us know you're coming and to receive venue details, please drop us an email at: [email protected]

In collaboration with Adoption UK Charity, Aspire Adoption is offering access to On TRAC, a fully funded 8 session online therapeutic programme for adoptive parents of children aged 0–18.

The course is delivered by psychologists, therapists, and social workers, and provides practical, trauma informed strategies tailored for both younger children and teenagers.

Parents will learn how trauma, attachment, and neurodiversity shape behaviour, along with tools for connection, emotional regulation, and reducing conflict.

Additional benefits include a year of Adoption UK membership and access to a monthly online peer support group for a year following completion of the programme.

Sessions run weekly over eight weeks. Upcoming start dates:

Younger Children (0-12 years) WAIT LIST OPEN
• Wednesday 23 September (10am-12pm)
• Thursday 24 September (12.30pm-2.30pm)
• Friday 16 October (10.30am-12.30pm)

Teenagers PLACES CURRENTLY AVAILABLE
• Thursday 24 September (7pm-9pm)
• Monday 12 October (7.30pm-9.30pm

For more information or to book a place, please email [email protected] by Friday 28th August, thank you.

PICNIC REMINDER...

Don't forget to please let us know by tomorrow if you are able to join us for our rescheduled Summer Picnic, now being held from 11am on Thursday 27th August.

All Aspire families are welcome - it's set to be a fun-filled day with face painting, circus skills, teddy tombola 🧸, Guess the name of the farmer game to win a family day out plus an ice-cream van on site 🍦

Please email Hayley if you're not already on the attendee list: [email protected]

We hope to see you there!

Join Vic and Hayley on Tuesday 25th August, either online or in-person, for an informal chat about how the summer holidays have gone. We'll also be sharing advice, tips and providing support to help with the transition back to, or starting, school.

Please email [email protected] by Friday 21st August to let us know whether you'll be attending in person or online. We'll then send you the relevant joining details nearer the time.

📅 Tuesday 25 August
🕢 7.30pm to 9.00pm
📍 North Bournemouth or join us online

We look forward to seeing you soon.

Following the success of our first Pier 2 Pier after-school support and friendship group in Poole earlier this year, we are now taking registrations for our second group, starting this Autumn in the Christchurch area.

Open to adopted children who will be in school year groups 4, 5 or 6 from September 2026 and who attend schools in the Christchurch area - from Hengistbury Head to Walkford, the group will take place once a week on Tuesdays for one hour after school and will focus on building friendships, confidence, emotional wellbeing, and positive peer connections in a fun and engaging environment.

If you are interested in your child(ren) attending, please email [email protected] with your child(ren)’s full name(s) and please let us know which school they attend. Places are limited, so we encourage families to register their interest as soon as possible, thank you.

Join us in just over two weeks' time for our rescheduled Summer Picnic!

All Aspire families are welcome - it's set to be a fun-filled day with face painting, circus skills, teddy tombola 🧸, Guess the name of the farmer game to win a family day out plus an ice-cream van on site 🍦

Please email Hayley by next Monday if you're not already on the attendee list: [email protected]

We hope to see you from 11am on Thursday 27th August!

You may have already spotted a sneak peek of our new look at @ ... Now we're delighted to officially unveil Aspire Adoption's refreshed brand identity!

As we celebrate nine years of Aspire Adoption, we're excited to begin rolling out our new look, which better reflects who we are today and the communities we serve across BCP and Dorset.

Inspired by the Jurassic Coast and Dorset Hills, our new identity features an open, layered organic design. The heart-shaped graphic also symbolises the many layers of the adoption journey, as well as the children, families and professionals who come together through adoption.

We're proud to share this next chapter for Aspire Adoption and look forward to bringing our refreshed brand to life over the coming months. During this time, you'll notice a mix of our old and new logo being used as we gradually update our channels and materials.

Thank you for your patience as we make the transition, for being part of the Aspire Adoption community and for your continued support.

In Dorset and thinking about adoption?

Take the first step by joining our NEW weekend online information session from the comfort of your own home. There's no obligation and no commitment. Just honest information and a chance to ask questions.

In one hour, you'll learn about:
• Who can adopt
• The children waiting for families
• The adoption journey
• The support available to adopters

Plus you'll hear from one of our adopters about their experience.

📍 Online via Microsoft Teams
📅 Saturday 15th August
⏰ 10-11AM

For any queries or to register, please email [email protected]

PLEASE NOTE NEW EARLIER MEET-UP TIME OF MIDDAY

Aspire Adoption families with children aged 0–12yrs are invited to join us for a relaxed afternoon of play, connection and fun from 12pm on Monday 3rd August in the BCP area.

This is a great opportunity to chat with members of our team and meet other adoptive families, while children enjoy exploring the soft play in a friendly and supportive environment.

Up to two adults can attend free, with children’s entry under £8 per child. Free parking is also available on site.

Please email us on [email protected] by midday this Friday 31st July with any queries and to let us know you’re attending and we will send you the details. We hope to see you then!

Our Aspire Adoption Summer Picnic has been rescheduled! 🎉

Join us on Thursday 27 August, 11am to 3pm (please note earlier start time) for a fun-filled day with circus skills, face painting, teddy tombola, an ice cream van and more. 🍦

All Aspire families are welcome. Please email attendee names to [email protected] by 17th August to receive details on the 19th.