St Margaret's Adoption Society

23/04/2026

Every child deserves a permanent, loving home without delay. 🏠❤️✨

St Margaret’s are proud to have contributed to this important work via the CVAA, launching our 2026 Manifesto calling on the next Scottish Government to modernise adoption and .

5 Priorities for Action:
1️⃣ Recognise the value of adoption
2️⃣ End delays in permanence decisions
3️⃣ Guarantee lifelong support for all
4️⃣ Champion identity and heritage
5️⃣ Be truly trauma-informed

Adoption changes lives, but the system must change too. Read the full manifesto and join the call for change 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

https://cvaa.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/CVAA-Scotland-Manifesto-April-2026.pdf

22/04/2026

We are looking forward to our next preparation group in May, supporting prospective adopters as they take the next steps in their journey to becoming adoptive parents.

At St Margarets we pride ourselves on providing a safe, supportive environment where you can explore what adoption means for you and your family.

Previous applicants share their experience of preparation groups:

"Vital and thought provoking".

"We got so much from the training – so much covered and very engaging".

“The adopters' talk was insightful and inspirational".

"It was great to meet a group who are embarking on a similar journey".

"Great sessions, well prepared and delivered with sensitivity and kindness".

If you are considering adoption and would like to find out more, we would be delighted to hear from you:

📞 Phone: 0141 332 8371
📧 Email: [email protected]
📍 Where: Glasgow
⏰ When: May 2026

13/04/2026

We are delighted to share this wonderful BLOG written with one of our amazing social workers, about a sibling group of 3 children who found their forever family from St Margaret’s after meeting them at an Activity Day hosted by the Scottish Adoption Register Last Year.

This is a strong reminder of the vital role voluntary adoption agencies play in keeping siblings together.

At St Margaret’s we are fully committed to and

"Adopting siblings is more than simply keeping brothers and sisters together. It is about valuing the special relationship which provides a sense of identity, security and belonging throughout their lives."

For this years National Sibling Day (10th April 2026) SAR wanted to share a positive news story about a sibling group of three, the oldest being 11, finding their family at our Adoption Activity Day held Siblings Reunited - STAR in August last year. Below is a link to a blog that has been written by practitioners who supported the children and the family through the adoption process and the adopters themselves.

https://scotlandsadoptionregister.org.uk/there-is-absolutely-no-substitute-for-spending-time-with-the-children-in-the-flesh-no-number-of-photos-video-clips-or-skillfully-written-descriptions-can-replace-that/

05/04/2026

Wishing all of our families and volunteers a blessed Easter, from all the team at St Margaret’s.

02/04/2026

It was great to have some of our prospective adoptive parents back for their additional day of Preparation Group this week. During this session we explored next steps in the adoption journey, and considered the importance of transitions and staying connected. We look forward to supporting everyone in the next steps to becoming adoptive parents.

We still have space available at our next Preparation Group, contact us if you would like to find out more.
🗓️ May 2026
📍Glasgow city centre
📞 0141 332 8371
📧 [email protected]

27/03/2026

We are delighted for our prospective adopters who were approved at our recent adoption panel. Another step forward for them in their adoption journey towards extending their family.

We also want to take the opportunity to thank our volunteer panel members for their time and support.

St Margaret’s are holding a free, informal Open Day on Wed 8 April. If you would like to find out more about adoption and the steps involved please contact us to arrange a time pop into our office and meet some of our friendly team.

Phone: 0141 332 8371
Email: [email protected]

27/03/2026

On our final day of ‘Freshly Picked Questions’ week on the lead up to our next Open Day, being held on Wed 8 April 2026, we would like to focus in the important of topic of post adoption support.

Many families across the UK, can struggle to access the right support at right the time. At St Margarets we take great pride in the lifelong support we provide and, if you are considering adopting through our agency, you can be assured that we will be there with you and your family every step of the way.

Our post adoption support services are wide and varied, from the individual support provided by our experienced Social Workers and Adoption Support Workers to our peer support groups, therapeutic playgroup, family events, counselling services, well-being walks, education services and on-going training, we are here to support you throughout your adoption journey.

If you are thinking about adoption, contact us today, we’d love to hear from you!

Phone: 0141 332 8371
Email: [email protected]

26/03/2026

It’s Thursday of our ‘Freshly Picked Questions’ week on the lead up to our next Open Day, being held on Wed 8 April 2026, and today we are looking at work life when adopting.

Did you know that as an adoptive parent, you will be entitled to the same levels of support and leave as you would have if you were having a birth child? The detail of this will depend upon the policies and procedures of your employer, however, this would generally include entitlement to adoption leave (similar to maternity leave rights).

If you are thinking about adoption contact us today, we’d love to hear from you!

Phone: 0141 332 8371
Email: [email protected]

25/03/2026

Day 3 of our week of ‘Freshly Picked Questions’ on the lead up to our next Open Day being held on Wed 8 April 2026 and today’s topic is your home.

Did you know that you do not have to own your own home to become and adoptive parent?

Our main priority is to find safe, loving, nurturing families for children, regardless of whether you rent or own your home. The only requirements are that you have stability and a spare bedroom for the child you may adopt.

If you are thinking about adoption contact us today, we’d love to hear from you!

Phone: 0141 332 8371
Email: [email protected]

24/03/2026

As we continue our week of ‘Freshly Picked Questions’ on the lead up to our next Open Day being held on Wed 8 April 2026, we are looking at families who already have birth children.

Did you know that we welcome applications from families with birth children? In many cases being a parent brings valuable skills, experiences and insights as you become an adopter. For many children there are great benefits to being placed in a family where they will have a big brother or sister.

Adoption is a wonderful route to grow your family. We would look for there to be at least two years between your birth child and any child you may adopt.

If you are thinking about adoption contact us today, we’d love to hear from you!

Phone: 0141 332 8371
Email: [email protected]

23/03/2026

As we approach Spring and our next Open Day being held on Wed 8 April 2026, we wanted to answer some ‘Freshly Picked Questions’ this week.

Did you know that there is no upper age limit in adoption? You do need to be at least 21 to adopt.

There are currently many children across the UK aged from birth to ten years waiting on their adoptive home. We therefore need adopters of different ages to meet their needs.

The main requirement is that you are able to care for and support the child for the duration of their childhood.

If you are thinking about adoption contact us today, we’d love to hear from you!

Phone: 0141 332 8371 Email: [email protected]