Public profiles
Here is a selection of some of the profiles of children on Be My Parent online. To see more information about these or any of the children we feature, families will need to register and provide some details, and then go on to subscribe. Agencies should contact us.
TYLER
Age: 11 months
is a cheerful, engaging, settled little boy who has a positive attachment with his carers, whom he joined aged three weeks old. His birth mother drank alcohol during pregnancy and he may therefore have foetal alcohol effects. However, Tyler is not displaying any symptoms, is currently meeting all his developmental milestones and doing exceptionally well. He is beginning to walk with support. Needing: adoption
CHLOE
Age: 2 years
is a joyful, warm and sociable little girl who loves books and dancing to music. Chloe has some significant medical needs resulting from meningitis in infancy: her left forefoot and some fingers on her right hand were amputated; her shin may not grow normally due to a severe infection; she takes antibiotics to boost her immune system. Despite this, Chloe giggles a lot and loves attending her pre-school group. She needs a committed adoptive family who can accept the uncertainty in her development. Needing: adoption
MEGAN & MATTHEW
get on really well with each other and happily play together. Both have settled well at school. Megan has a huge zest for life. She enjoys singing, dancing, dressing up and trampolining. Megan has grown hugely in confidence since becoming looked after. Matthew is a gentle, smiley and mischievous little boy who knows and speaks his own mind. He has speech delay but is making good progress. Needing: adoption
ALEX
Age: 4 years
is a playful, sociable, inquisitive little boy who loves cuddles and watching insects. He has a diagnosis of a mild and rare form of Angelman Syndrome, with a reduced capacity for verbal communication and some developmental issues. Alex is otherwise healthy and very happy. Needing: adoption
DEMI
Age: 5 years
is a bright, sociable little girl who enjoys the company of other children. She enjoys drawing, painting and playing with her dolls’ house. Demi thrives with individual attention, but also likes playing independently. She can be strong willed. Demi has recently started full-time school and her school reports are very positive. She is healthy, and eats and sleeps well. Needing: adoption
MARTIN & SUMMER
are brother and sister who are have a special bond. They are loving and sociable, and have made huge progress and embraced foster family life. Martin loves dressing up and riding his scooter. He has speech and language delay and dyspraxia, attending mainstream school with a statement of educational needs. Summer loves sparkly clothes and handbags. She loves nursery, but prefers one-to-one time with her carer. Needing: adoption
KEVIN
Age: 3 years
is an endearing, active little boy who loves outdoor play. He enjoys going to the local park where he likes feeding the ducks and watching the squirrels. Kevin has a lovely smile and an infectious laugh. He is developmentally delayed but is making good progress and enjoys attending nursery. Needing: adoption
ANNIE & RUBY
are affectionate sisters who have a loving relationship and close attachments with their carers. They identify with Welsh culture. Annie is caring and enjoys dressing up and playing with friends. She needs support to talk about her feelings and has some speech delay. Ruby is happy, cheeky and enjoys baths and playing. She has developmental delay and some difficulties with learning, which are being assessed. Needing: adoption
ALISHA & CAMERON
are sister and brother who have always lived together and enjoy reading, jigsaws and helping with cooking. Alisha is warm, friendly, active and loves running, dance and drawing. Cameron is usually happy and smiling, and loves his play kitchen. Following their early difficult experiences, the children may benefit from therapeutic support in the future. They are making good progress with their carers, who say they are a delight. Needing: adoption
ALAN
Age: 5 years
is a lovely little boy with an infectious sense of humour. He is talkative, affectionate and friendly, and engages well with both adults and his peers. Alan is an active child who can be boisterous. He is healthy and meeting his developmental milestones. Alan loves school, where he has developed good relationships with the staff and his playmates. Needing: adoption
LIAM, SEAN & SCOTT
are brothers with a close bond and a supportive and loving relationship. Liam and Sean are non-identical twins. Liam enjoys being outdoors, riding his bike and exploring his environment. Sean is an adventurous and inquisitive child who is keen to learn. Scott is a very active and affectionate little boy who asks lots of questions! Needing: adoption
SAMSON
Age: 1 year
is an inquisitive, sociable and content little boy who is alert and curious about his surroundings and he responds well to action. He is a cuddly child who babbles and responds with a smile when his name is called. Samson enjoys playing with other children, giving lots of hearty laughing! Needing: adoption
DARREN
Age: 6 years
is a sociable and chatty little boy who is fascinated by the world around him and enjoys building Lego models. He is resilient and resourceful, with a positive attitude. Darren is doing really well at school, enjoys reading and spelling, and is very popular with both teachers and children. His carer says he would read all night if he could! Needing: adoption
SADIE
Age: 4 years
is an energetic, engaging little girl who loves cuddles. She likes playing outdoors and with her dolls. Sadie is responding to the consistency and stimulation from her foster carers and is making progress. She has some insecurities and thrives on one-to-one positive attention. Sadie has some developmental delay. Her general health is good. Needing: adoption
KAIDEN, RHYANNA & RUBY
are half-brother and sisters who are affectionate, bright and have a close bond. Kaiden is chatty, happy and loves swimming. He is catching up academically with School Action Plus. Rhyanna is loving, bubbly and cheeky with a big imagination. She loves dressing up, baking and is settling at school. Ruby is happy and inquisitive. She can be loud, and likes to work things out for herself. Needing: adoption
LEE
Age: 5 years
is a sociable, friendly, fun little boy who loves football and helping with gardening. He responds well to praise and shows pride in his achievements. Lee likes attention from adults and other children. At school, he is described as a lovely boy. Lee can display some challenging behaviour and has significant speech and language delay, but is making progress. Needing: adoption
STEVEN & LISA
are brother and sister who are thriving in foster care and “loving life”! They have global developmental delay, particularly affecting their social, speech and language skills. The children currently attend mainstream school. Steven is engaging and likeable. He has learnt to play and embraces new experiences, such as cooking. Lisa is an endearing, inquisitive little girl who likes playing with dolls, painting and dressing up. Needing: adoption
DORA
Age: 1 year
not her real name, is a sociable, smiley little girl who loves bathing, music and attention! She has a secure attachment with her foster carer, who describes her as happy and contented. Dora has global developmental delay, and a chromosomal abnormality which is not significant. She attends weekly physiotherapy for her muscles and joints. Needing: adoption
GEMMA
Age: 14 years
not her real name, is a friendly, outgoing young girl with a fun-loving personality and a great sense of humour. Gemma is a ‘girlie’ girl and likes painting her nails and experimenting with make-up. She has a congenital heart defect which does not affect her daily life, and a diagnosis of foetal alcohol syndrome and moderate learning difficulties. Needing: permanent fostering
KAYLA
Age: 4 years
is a bright and strong-willed little girl, who is described by her foster carers as being "engaging, challenging but rewarding" to care for. At home she enjoys many activities such as colouring in, playing with her dolls and especially packing and unpacking her numerous bags and back packs! Needing: adoption
LOUIS
Age: 7 years
is a friendly, bright and articulate little boy who enjoys being in the company of adults and other children. He really enjoys active play and loves to go to the park to climb on the equipment. Louis likes going to Wacky Warehouse, riding his bike, going for walks, football and looking for frogs! He is healthy and enjoys school, where he is doing very well in all areas. Needing: adoption
MACAULEY
Age: 6 years
is a delightful, comical little boy who likes playing outdoors, on the trampoline and with his dinosaurs. He is making excellent progress with his foster family and responding well to boundaries, love and praise. Macauley loves cuddles and is responsive and affectionate. He is making significant progress at his mainstream school, and is receiving support on School Action Plus. Needing: adoption
MIRA
Age: 5 years
is an active little girl with a bubbly personality. She loves to dress up in ‘girlie’ princess clothes and enjoys dancing and listening to music. Mira, not her real name, loves playing on the computer as well as the trampoline and likes riding her bike. She is doing fine at school and Mira’s foster carer describes her as very eager to learn. Needing: adoption
CADEN
Age: 1 year
is a good-natured, content little boy with a beautiful smile who likes giggling. He likes children and smiles when he hears their voices. Caden was born with a range of complex health needs. He has a visual impairment and uses a feeding tube. Caden is a unique child who will always need a very high level of care. Needing: adoption
GARY LEE & AIDEN
are brothers who have made strong attachments to their respective foster carers. Gary Lee likes wildlife programmes and spending time with his male carer looking at tractor magazines. Aiden is a responsive and sociable little boy who especially loves his beach ball and playing with his carers’ grandchildren. Needing: adoption
KATY
Age: 3 years
is a delightful, incredibly happy, loving little girl who makes anyone around her smile. She loves playing and enjoys the sandpit, her Iggle Piggle doll and riding her bike - inside and outside! Katy’s foster carers describe her as fun loving, giggly and especially bright, they are often amazed at her level of comprehension. Needing: adoption
NORMAN
Age: 2 years
is an active, contented, smiley little boy who has a zest for life. He has Fragile X syndrome, a genetic condition that causes developmental problems, and he is significantly behind in all areas of his development. However, Norman is making excellent progress and has developed a mischievous character! Needing: adoption
NICOLE
Age: 4 years
is a well-behaved little girl who enjoys playing imaginatively and with other children. She can find new situations distressing, and needs a gentle approach, but responds well to boundaries and routines. Nicole has developmental delay, likely to be due to early lack of stimulation. She is settling in at school. Nicole has a good routine, and eats and sleeps well. Needing: adoption
PARIS
Age: 6 years
is an affectionate girl who loves cuddles and responds well to clear boundaries and routines. She can be anxious and reluctant to try new things. Paris has a squint, and although she does not need glasses, may require surgery in future. She receives support at her mainstream school for her speech, language and communication. Paris has friends at school. Needing: adoption
JACK
Age: 3 years
is a gentle, healthy, mischievous little boy who enjoys family life and playing with other children. He has a secure attachment to his carers. Jack can find change overwhelming. He enjoys nursery, where he has friends and won a prize for making a beautiful paper flower. Jack has some developmental delay, particularly with his speech. He eats and sleeps well. Needing: adoption
MAREACE
Age: 4 years
is a loving, funny little boy who is enthusiastic and quickly grasps how to do things. He loves any activities, including drawing, story time, swimming, playing in the ball pit and going to the park. Mareace has some developmental delay, mainly with his speech and language, but his vocabulary and pronunciation are improving daily. He enjoys going to nursery. Needing: adoption
ASHLEY, BAILEY & KEELEY
are delightful brothers and half-sister who ideally need to be adopted together. Ashley and Bailey are very affectionate towards each other and live together. They are extremely happy and a joy to have around. The boys enjoy lots of activities including Lego and football. Keeley is happy, contented and inquisitive. She is meeting all her developmental milestones, is chatty and already knows quite a few words. Needing: adoption
BEN & CHARLOTTE
are brother and sister with a very loving, caring relationship. Ben is a polite, confident, intelligent little boy who is always smiling. He likes computer games and to sing and dance. Charlotte has blossomed into a happy, bubbly, chatty little girl who loves singing, making puzzles and being outdoors. The children have a nurturing relationship and take comfort from one another which will help them both settle into their adoptive family. Needing: adoption
JASON
Age: 1 year
not his real name, is a sociable, engaging little boy with a cheerful personality. He can be independent minded and likes to feed himself, although he can make a mess doing so! Jason has formed a good attachment to his foster carer with whom he has lived since he was a month old. Needing: adoption
SUZANNE & CHRISTINE
not their real names, are sisters with a very loving relationship. Both are doing very well at school and nursery. Suzanne is quiet and sensitive with an excellent imagination. She wants to do well and please. Suzanne is incredibly popular at school. Christine is strong willed and confident. She loves going to nursery, where she is well liked. Christine needs structures and routines. Needing: adoption
BEN
Age: 5 years
is a smiley, chatty, endearing little boy who gives and receives affection, and thrives on one-to-one attention. He enjoys school and has made progress with his social interaction and behaviour. Ben is small for his age and was on a high calorie diet for this. He would like to bring his hamster, Cupcake, with him to his new family. Needing: adoption
CHRYSTAL
Age: 4 years
is a loving, engaging little girl with a warm, bubbly personality. She loves company, playing and outings. Chrystal has lived with her foster family since late 2008, where she is settled, has thrived, made good relationships and immense developmental progress. She is generally healthy, but has some unresolved health issues, for which she is monitored. Needing: adoption
AURORA & ATHENA
are sociable, loving sisters who are currently achieving their developmental milestones, although there are some uncertainties around their future development. Aurora loves music, dancing, looking at books and feeding the ducks. At nursery, she is learning colours, shapes and copying written words. Athena enjoys musical toys and being out in her pushchair. She is adventurous and determined now she is on her feet! Needing: adoption
DOMINIC
Age: 5 years
is a cheerful, lively little boy who loves bugs, dinosaurs, his ball pond, puddles and bouncing on the trampoline. He thrives on one-to-one attention and affection. Dominic has some developmental delay, including some speech delay. He is benefiting from one-to-one support at school, where he is well liked. Dominic can count to 20, and can name all his colours. Needing: adoption
JAKE
Age: 2 years
is a happy little boy who giggles a lot! He has good attachments to his carers, with whom he has lived since leaving hospital after his birth. Jake’s development is delayed in some areas, including his speech and motor skills, and he has been diagnosed as being on the autistic spectrum. He is now walking unaided, can climb the stairs, and is attempting to run! Needing: adoption
SUZANNE
Age: 5 years
is described as a friendly and affectionate little girl who is rewarding to care for. She initially presents as shy but, once she gets to know someone, is chatty and sociable, and enjoys positive attention. Suzanne likes her clothes to be neat and clean and likes to choose her clothes. She enjoys school. Needing: adoption
BENJAMIN
Age: 2 years
known as Ben, is a delightful and sociable little boy who loves music, story books, animals and outdoor play. Ben’s development is delayed, and he has a range of medical needs, including asthma and epilepsy, which is well managed with medication. Although his speech is delayed, he has made excellent progress since becoming looked after. Ben is fully mobile and loves exploring his environment. Needing: adoption
KATIE & JODIE
are happy, active sisters who enjoy each other’s company. They both love music, colouring and playing with the family dog. Katie and Jodie enjoy cuddles, thrive on attention, and have developed a secure attachment to their carer. They have a diagnosis of foetal alcohol syndrome and a chromosome abnormality. Katie loves school, where she is doing well and has a good relationship with the other children. Jodie enjoys nursery. Needing: adoption
WARREN, CONNOR & KIERAN
are loving healthy boys who enjoy a wide range of creative activities and outdoor play. Warren is responsive and kind. He is achieving above his targets at school and has many friends. Connor is happy and sociable and growing in confidence. Kieran enjoys interaction with others. He has little fear when exploring his environment and is a good climber! Needing: adoption
BRENDON
Age: 7 years
is an active, chatty little boy who loves the outdoors, football and basketball. He likes drawing and Lego. Brendon has settled well in his foster family and made friends at school, where he is achieving well. He engages well with the adults he knows. Brendon needs a family who can provide him with lots of nurturing, love, support and stimulation. Needing: adoption
ABBY
Age: 7 years
is a lively, cheerful, sociable little girl whose favourite colour is pink. She loves bike-riding, gymnastics, swimming, and is always willing to try new things. Abby has formed good attachments with her foster family. She loves one-to-one attention. Abby receives some additional support at school, has made good progress, and is proud of her achievements. Needing: adoption
SCOTT
Age: 6 years
is a happy, loving little boy who enjoys playing with his toys and cars, dressing up and imaginary games. He has a wonderful relationship and a positive attachment with his foster carers. Scott is growing in confidence and enjoys school. Needing: adoption
LEWIS, MORGAN & JOSHUA
are brothers and sister who ideally need to be adopted together. They have made great progress since becoming looked after. Lewis is bubbly and active. He is achieving below average at school but wants to do better and tries hard. Morgan is a ‘typical’ girl who likes dolls and dressing up. She is doing well in nursery. Joshua is a bright and loving little boy. He enjoys being outdoors. needing: adpoption
FRANKY
Age: 3 years
is a sociable, affectionate, sunny little boy. He has a positive bond with his carer and loves one-to-one attention. Franky was born with some developmental delay. He has speech delay but good understanding. Franky has mild features of foetal valproate syndrome, as his birth mother took prescribed medication for epilepsy during pregnancy. He is making good progress with consistent care, praise and stimulation. Needing: adoption
RYAN
Age: 12 years
is a healthy, happy, contented boy with a cheeky character and a ready smile. He likes being outside, swimming, messy play, sensory toys and bath time. Ryan finds music calming and enjoys physical contact. He has been diagnosed with autism, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and severe learning disabilities. Ryan responds well to distraction techniques, routine and firm boundaries. Needing: permanent fostering
KAREEM
Age: 2 years
is a bright, engaging little boy who has a lively and cheerful personality. His current favourite toy is his Peppa Pig. Kareem loves music and running around and playing in the park. He has a warm, loving relationship with his foster carer who describes him as happy, affectionate and sociable. Kareem is healthy and is meeting his developmental milestones. Needing: adoption
ISABELLA
Age: 3 years
is a happy, sociable little girl with a charming smile. She is curious about her environment and likes to ‘chat’. Isabella has brain damage and cerebral palsy, resulting from meningitis. She will have future developmental delay, the extent of which is still unknown. Isabella has a good relationship with her carers and their family. Needing: adoption
JACOB
Age: 3 years
is a rewarding little boy who loves swimming, singing and rough and tumble play. Jacob has a queried diagnosis of mitochondrial mutation, and this is currently being investigated. Jacob has also been diagnosed as being on the autistic spectrum and has moderate learning difficulties. He attends a special school and is making excellent progress. Needing: adoption
KYLE
Age: 3 years
not his real name, can be a happy, loving and tactile child. He is globally developmentally delayed is thought to have severe learning disabilities and to be on the autistic spectrum although a formal diagnosis has not yet been made. Kyle responds very well to routine and attends playgroup.
ETHAN & LOGAN
are loving, affectionate brothers who thrive on praise. Ethan is engaging and loves playing in the garden. He was born six weeks prematurely and has some developmental delay and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), but is not on medication. Ethan can find it difficult to stay focused but is making significant progress. Logan is energetic and loves having adventures! He is bright and doing well in school. Needing: adoption
SALLY
Age: 7 years
not her real name, has a fantastic smile and giggle. She enjoys music, baths, stories, playing outside and sensory activities. Sally likes animals and attends a riding school. She has severe learning difficulties and autistic traits. Sally communicates her wishes through body language. She has a statement of special educational needs and attends a day school. Sally responds well to its structure and routine. Needing: permanent fostering
EDDIE
Age: 4 years
is a bright, loving, affectionate, funny little boy. He loves playing outdoors, music, books and dressing up as Spider-Man or Sportacus! Eddie says “cakes, cuddles, presents and playing” make him happy! He can have anxious feelings which can manifest in some challenging behaviours. Eddie thrives on one-to-one attention and enjoys nursery. He is meeting his developmental milestones. Needing: adoption
LAYLA
Age: 3 years
is a healthy, playful, active little girl who enjoys investigating the world around her. She loves songs, nursery rhymes and physical games. Layla has been diagnosed with autistic spectrum disorder. She has general developmental delay and despite significant progress, still has some speech and language delay. Layla benefits from routine and predictability. She attends nursery. Needing: adoption
KENDRA & KAY
not their real names, are sisters with a strong attachment to one other and also to their foster carer. They get on very well together. Kendra is affectionate and smiley. Her confidence has improved with her dance and drama classes, and she loves taking part in productions. Kay is determined, confident and popular with other children. She loves being active, playing outside in the sunshine, school and gymnastics classes. Needing: adoption
CHLOE
Age: 5 years
is happy and healthy and likes creative play, dressing up, dancing and singing. She can play well for short periods of time on her own. Chloe has developed a good relationship to the new foster family she moved to in Spring 2011, and her self-esteem is improving. She is progressing well at school and has made friends. Needing: adoption
