Children, young people and families
Find information on Safeguarding, fostering and adoption services, support and information for families.
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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 Children and Young People’s Plan 2025 to 2028
Read the Wakefield District Children and Young People’s Plan 2025 to 2028.