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Children, young people and families

Find information on Safeguarding, fostering and adoption services, support and information for families.

  • Fostering

    Information on different types of fostering and who can foster children. Find out the advantages of fostering in Wakefield.
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  • Safeguarding

    Information and advice for the safeguarding of Children in the Wakefield district, how to spot and report child abuse.
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  • Wakefield Council’s Offer to Care Leavers

    Find out more with what Wakefield Council can do to support you as a care leaver. You can learn about what support you can receive, who from, and how to access this support.
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  • Thinking of adoption?

    Adoption services in Wakefield are delivered by One Adoption West Yorkshire. The friendly, expert team is here to support you every step of the way.
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  • Information and support for families

    Find out about childcare and parenting courses in the Wakefield District
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  • Wakefield District Family Information Service

    Provided by Wakefield Council, free, impartial, advice and support for parents to be, parents and carers who would like to access childcare or other services and support.
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