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We understand that deciding to become a parent is a huge decision which is why it is important that you choose the right adoption agency for you.

ARC Adoption is an outstanding adoption agency offering adoption support however, we don’t want you to just take our word for it.

We believe in transparency and would like you to have a look at what other adopters are saying about their experience with ARC Adoption North East. This may help you choose whether ARC Adoption North East is the right adoption agency for you.

“I couldn't recommend ARC more; they make you feel so at ease that they feel like an extension to your family. ARC really have made our dreams come true and we have 2 beautiful babies thanks to this wonderful team. We are so grateful to have such a fantastic social worker who knows us better than we know ourselves and who has been such a huge part of our journey to becoming a family. Thank you ARC.” Laura

“Best people ever to have in your life to help you reach that dream of having your forever family. Can't thank you you all enough, especially Angela Rutherford who has been there for me every step of the way. Adoption Order finally granted today.
So happy my life is now complete.” Sara

“Celebrating our gorgeous child’s birthday and this was all made possible with the fantastic support from the first-class team at ARC xx.” Sharon

“Simply fantastic in every way. Experienced, compassionate and lovely staff. Fantastic organisation.” Paul

“Lovely group of people, excellent at what they do, totally committed!!” Sarah

“From picking up the phone to enquire your agency has been exceptional. Going through the application process your staff were thorough, supportive, encouraging, quick to respond any queries we had and communication was great. The training days we attended were really great and we found them interesting and very useful at times throughout the process. Thank you so much to yourselves and all the team at ARC we have two beautiful children and can never thank you all enough.” Julie  

“If it wasn’t for ARC and the amazing team of staff, we wouldn’t have our little boy. The time and effort that all the staff put in to you becoming a parent to a child that needs a home is simply outstanding. No question was silly question and through the process they totally made us feel at ease.” Tony

“We must say that during the entire process we’ve never been made to feel like a same sex couple and have instead just been another couple wanting to adopt. Amazing company with amazing staff.” Jamie

“Fantastic, professional and approachable group of people. From my first enquiry just over a year ago, everyone I have met at Arc has been brilliant. Couldn't have asked for anymore on my journey to becoming a parent and can't recommend them highly enough. Support and guidance every step of the way from a fab social worker. Big thank you!” Hannah

“Simply fantastic in every way. Experienced, compassionate and lovely staff. Fantastic organisation.” Paul

If you have adopted through ARC Adoption or have accessed one of ARC Adoption’s services and would like to help prospective adopters in their search for the right adoption agency for them, then please leave us a review email [email protected]

If you would like to arrange an initial visit then please call 0191 516 6466 or click Adoption enquiry and a member of the ARC Adoption team will contact you as soon as possible. 

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    How adoption works

    Adoption is a way of providing new families for children who cannot be looked after by their birth parents and need to belong to a new family.

  • Reports and policy

    The team at ARC Adoption are very proud to be rated as Outstanding in all areas by Ofsted.

  • Values and mission

    Values and mission

    ARC Adoption North East in an outstanding adoption agency based in the North East of England. The ARC Adoption team is made up of multi-disciplined, experienced professionals who deliver a range of high-quality outstanding adoption services and adoption support. ARC Adoption North East believes that every child deserves the right to grow up in a nurturing and loving family who will support them through childhood and prepare them for adult life.

  • Fostering for adoption

    Fostering for adoption

    At ARC Adoption North East are committed to exploring different routes to adoption. ARC Adoption offers an early permanence route, often referred to as fostering for adoption or foster to adopt. Fostering for adoption means that young children, usually babies, are placed at a young age with approved potential adopters who would also be approved temporary foster carers whilst the family court decides on the child’s future.

  • Adoption statistics and facts

    In the North East of England, children waiting to be adopted outnumbers adopters 3:1. Could you adopt a child? If you have questions about adoption, or would like more information about the adoption process and the outstanding support available at ARC Adoption North East, email [email protected] or call 01915166466.

  • Initial visit

    Initial visit

    Following your initial enquiry, if you would like to progress with the adoption process a member of ARC Adoption North East’s team will visit you in your home. The initial visit will be very informal and take place at a date and time that is convenient for you and will last about two hours. It’s an opportunity to have your questions answered in more detail and help the team get to know you better.

  • Contact us

    Contact us

    At ARC Adoption North East we value your opinion. All compliments, comments and complaints are accepted and considered with the greatest respect. Your feedback is welcomed to help develop ARC Adoption North East’s services.

  • Digital life story

    Digital life story

    ARC Adoption North East has the responsibility to provide each child with a life story book. This is carried out by members of the team qualified to diploma level in therapeutic life story work for looked after children. ARC Adoption North East’s passionate and innovative approach has led to the development of a digital life story package, ARCBOX.

  • Bonding through play

    Bonding through play

    ARC Adoption North East likes to give adopters an insight into the principles of Theraplay® and how it can be used to build safe and secure attachments through having fun. Theraplay® is modelled on secure interactions between parents and children.

  • Donate

    Donate

    A legendary figure in the North East adoption sector, Helen Linforth was due to be the first chair of ARC Adoption North East's adoption panel, unfortunately she passed away in 2014, before being able to take on a key role at ARC Adoption North East. This led to a fund being set up in Helen's name to benefit children placed by ARC Adoption and who required additional support.

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In keeping with the government’s advice ARC Adoption's office will be temporarily closed until further notice and all employees will be working remotely from home.

We are currently operating a duty system which can be accessed via [email protected]

The ARC Adoption North East team are currently working remotely. All services can be accessed by emailing [email protected].