Adoption Focus

Adoption Focus - Education in Focus

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Education in Focus is an adoption podcast series from Adoption Focus looking at all aspects of schools and education through the lens of adoption. In each episode, host Leigh is joined by our education experts Lisa and Jason to provide advice for parents supporting adoptees as they go through their school years. They talk to a range of adopters and professionals on subjects such as homework, exams, special educational needs, promoting good school and parent relationships, end of year transitions, and choosing a school. Your family. Their future. Adoption Focus is an independent charity and on...

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Education in Focus - Admission Appeals 09.03.2023 29:20

In this episode, Leigh, Lisa and Jason discuss admissions appeals; what guidance is available and where you can find it, how long it takes and what happens at an appeals hearing. Hearing about your child's school place can be such a stressful time especially if you're not offered the school you were hoping for. This episode is full of useful tips and advice which could help you if you&ap...

Education in Focus - choosing a school 03.01.2023 26:55

As an adoptive parent where do you even start when looking for a school? In our first episode of the Education in Focus podcast, our host Leigh talks with Jason our education advisor and Lisa, who is part of the training team at Adoption Focus, to discuss how to choose a school for your adopted child. Don’t forget you can contact us at any time with your suggestions, contributions or questions at...