The Latest Fostering News, Blogs & Events Fostering Information Sessions Online Events Jul 15 2025 19:00 pm Online Fostering Information Evening – Tuesday 15th July 2025 Are you interested in becoming a foster parent but would like to find out more about fostering and the application process? We’re hosting a virtual fostering information evening on Tuesday 15th July at 7pm, which is open to anyone interested in becoming a foster parent and to people already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ provider since 2013 and as Very Good in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate. FIND OUT MORE Jul 30 2025 19:00 pm Online Fostering Information Evening – Wednesday 30th July 2025 Are you interested in becoming a foster parent but would like to find out more about fostering and the application process? We’re hosting a virtual fostering information evening on Wednesday 30th July at 7pm, which is open to anyone interested in becoming a foster parent and to people already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ provider since 2013 and as Very Good in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate. FIND OUT MORE Aug 12 2025 19:00 pm Online Fostering Information Evening – Tuesday 12th August 2025 Are you interested in becoming a foster parent but would like to find out more about fostering and the application process? We’re hosting a virtual fostering information evening on Tuesday 12th August at 7pm, which is open to anyone interested in becoming a foster parent and to people already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ provider since 2013 and as Very Good in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate. FIND OUT MORE Aug 27 2025 19:00 pm Online Fostering Information Evening – Wednesday 27th August 2025 Are you interested in becoming a foster parent but would like to find out more about fostering and the application process? We’re hosting a virtual fostering information evening on Wednesday 27th August at 7pm, which is open to anyone interested in becoming a foster parent and to people already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ provider since 2013 and as Very Good in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate. FIND OUT MORE Sep 09 2025 19:00 pm Online Fostering Information Evening – Tuesday 9th September 2025 Are you interested in becoming a foster parent but would like to find out more about fostering and the application process? We’re hosting a virtual fostering information evening on Tuesday 9th September at 7pm, which is open to anyone interested in becoming a foster parent and to people already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ provider since 2013 and as Very Good in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate. FIND OUT MORE Sep 24 2025 19:00 pm Online Fostering Information Evening – Wednesday 24th September 2025 Are you interested in becoming a foster parent but would like to find out more about fostering and the application process? We’re hosting a virtual fostering information evening on Wednesday 24th September at 7pm, which is open to anyone interested in becoming a foster parent and to people already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ provider since 2013 and as Very Good in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate. FIND OUT MORE Oct 14 2025 19:00 pm Online Fostering Information Evening – Tuesday 14th October 2025 Are you interested in becoming a foster parent but would like to find out more about fostering and the application process? We’re hosting a virtual fostering information evening on Tuesday 14th October at 7pm, which is open to anyone interested in becoming a foster parent and to people already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ provider since 2013 and as Very Good in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate. FIND OUT MORE Oct 29 2025 19:00 pm Online Fostering Information Evening – Wednesday 29th October 2025 Are you interested in becoming a foster parent but would like to find out more about fostering and the application process? We’re hosting a virtual fostering information evening on Wednesday 29th October at 7pm, which is open to anyone interested in becoming a foster parent and to people already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ provider since 2013 and as Very Good in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate. FIND OUT MORE Nov 11 2025 19:00 pm Online Fostering Information Evening – Tuesday 11th November 2025 Are you interested in becoming a foster parent but would like to find out more about fostering and the application process? We’re hosting a virtual fostering information evening on Tuesday 11th November at 7pm, which is open to anyone interested in becoming a foster parent and to people already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ provider since 2013 and as Very Good in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate. FIND OUT MORE Nov 26 2025 19:00 pm Online Fostering Information Evening – Wednesday 26th November 2025 Are you interested in becoming a foster parent but would like to find out more about fostering and the application process? We’re hosting a virtual fostering information evening on Wednesday 26th November at 7pm, which is open to anyone interested in becoming a foster parent and to people already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ provider since 2013 and as Very Good in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate. FIND OUT MORE Dec 09 2025 19:00 pm Online Fostering Information Evening – Tuesday 9th December 2025 Are you interested in becoming a foster parent but would like to find out more about fostering and the application process? We’re hosting a virtual fostering information evening on Tuesday 9th December at 7pm, which is open to anyone interested in becoming a foster parent and to people already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ provider since 2013 and as Very Good in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate. FIND OUT MORE Latest News Latest News April 17 2025 Children help us to celebrate our 25th Anniversary Our Children and Young People’s voice is really important to us at Fostering People. So at our latest Children’s Council we asked children to share their views with us, and share their ambitions for the next 25 years. FIND OUT MORE May 29 2024 In Memory of Kerri Over the last two months Fostering People have been raising funds and awareness for Thrombosis UK, in memory of our dearly missed colleague, Kerri. FIND OUT MORE May 14 2024 Introducing Filby the Fire Dragon We’ve been busy working with award winning author, N.C.Emmett, who has very kindly gifted us an exclusive new book, dedicated to our foster families as part of Foster Care Fortnight™️. FIND OUT MORE September 1 2023 Fostering People Celebrates a forth ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted Result Fostering People has once again been rated as an Outstanding fostering provider in all areas for a forth time, meaning Fostering People has been delivering consistently high quality support to foster parents and children for over a decade. FIND OUT MORE February 17 2023 Kate Ferdinand interviews Fostering People foster parent Caz Kate Ferdinand talks about blended families with one of Fostering People’s foster parents Caz and Britney who she fostered. FIND OUT MORE February 6 2023 Fostering People Scotland rated as ‘Very Good’ by Care Inspectorate in their latest inspection. The Care Inspectorate have awarded Fostering People a ‘Very Good’ rating in their latest inspection, saying “Children and young people experienced warm, compassionate care from caregivers who were dedicated to ensuring that they were safe, valued, and respected within their family and community.” FIND OUT MORE Latest Blogs Latest Blogs June 22 2025 PACE Parenting: strategies that work In this blog, we explore PACE parenting in more detail—what it is, why it’s effective, and how you can use it to make a real difference for the children in your care. FIND OUT MORE May 2 2025 Why Therapeutic Fostering Matters Many children in care have experienced trauma that shapes how they see the world and respond to it. Therapeutic foster care offers the empathy and support they need to begin healing. In this blog, we explore what it means, how it works, and the powerful impact it can have. FIND OUT MORE April 23 2025 Can I Foster if my Child has Additional Needs If your child has additional needs, like a physical or mental health condition, Autism, or ADHD—you might be wondering what fostering would look like for your family. While many people foster while raising their own children, it can be more complex when your child needs extra support. Here’s what to consider before deciding if fostering is right for you. FIND OUT MORE March 20 2025 Playful Parenting: Putting P.A.C.E Strategies into Action At Fostering People, we follow the P.A.C.E parenting model—a trauma-informed approach built on four key principles: playfulness, acceptance, curiosity, and empathy. Let’s explore the first strategy, playfulness, and how you can incorporate it into daily life to support your child’s emotional well-being. FIND OUT MORE February 7 2025 Top tips on bridging the digital gap to keep kids safe online Mark Briggs, a Fostering People Team Manager with 30+ years’ experience, shares his top online safety tips as a CEOP ambassador. FIND OUT MORE February 1 2025 How to talk to your family and friends about becoming a foster parent Friends and family may have questions or concerns when your first express an interest in fostering, all of which come from a loving place. Check out our handy tips on how to talk with your loved ones about becoming a first-time foster parent, along with tips on how to discuss the idea with your partner. FIND OUT MORE 5 Ways to Wellbeing More Ways to Wellbeing… September 29 2023 Staying Active – 5 Ways to Wellbeing We know staying active is good for us, and it’s no surprise to find it as one of the 5 Ways to Wellbeing, rather we’d be shocked if it wasn’t. But when we all understanding how fundamental it is to our physical health, why is there such a difference in our approach? FIND OUT MORE July 26 2023 Keep learning with Podcasts We love podcasts because they are so convenient, accessible and a great way to help us on our path to life long learning. One of the 5 ways to wellbeing. Find out more and see which current podcasts we recommend. FIND OUT MORE June 28 2023 Keep Learning Learning is fundamental to our overall wellbeing. Find out why it’s really important that we all embrace life long learning. FIND OUT MORE May 15 2023 Connecting with others – How to improve your mental health Fostering People’s Wellbeing series continues, this time we discuss the importance of relationships and how connecting with others improves not only our mental health but our physical health too. FIND OUT MORE March 3 2023 How to incorporate Mindfulness into your daily life We’ve all heard of mindfulness, and have heard that it’s good for us. But as foster parents, with children to care for, places to be, meetings to go to, recordings to get down, shopping to get and 100 other jobs each and every day – how do you find precious moments for yourself to be mindful? FIND OUT MORE March 1 2023 Fostering People embark on ‘5 Ways to Wellbeing’ Over the last few months we have devoted some of the time discussing Wellbeing and its importance for us not only as professionals working in a stressful environment, but also as human beings navigating our way through the complexities of the modern world. At Fostering People we are dedicating 2023 to the ‘5 Ways to Wellbeing’, join us as we embark on our journey and let’s feel good together. FIND OUT MORE Foster parent’s stories More Stories October 24 2024 Sandras Fostering Story This month we’re sitting down with foster mum Sandra to hear about her experiences of cultural exchange within foster care and the wisdom she’s gained after almost 20 years of fostering experience. FIND OUT MORE April 24 2024 Caroline and Kennys fostering story “Kids don’t fit neatly in the boxes that society wants them in” Caroline and Kenny tell their fostering story and how they have never looked back. FIND OUT MORE April 24 2024 Shanice tells her short break fostering story Short breaks are a different type of fostering. “Putting a smile on the girls’ faces and opening up their eyes to different experiences has definitely been the most rewarding part so far.” FIND OUT MORE April 22 2024 Stevie and Mhairi’s Fostering Story Newly weds Stevie and Mhairi talk about their lives, as they embark not just as a married couple, but from hoteliers to happy families: Meet the hotel managers on their new fostering journey. FIND OUT MORE January 17 2023 Harriet and David’s fostering story Harriet and David tell how they left their public sector careers to foster, not once but twice, coming back to fostering during the pandemic. “There is nothing more rewarding than this”. FIND OUT MORE December 20 2022 Wayne’s fostering story Wayne swapped his teaching career for fostering, but now combines both roles successfully. In his fostering story, Wayne tells us about what led him to fostering and his return to work as a SENDCo in a virtual school. FIND OUT MORE Children’s fostering stories More Stories January 30 2025 Snow Day Noises At Fostering People we love sharing the talents of our young people, this wonderful poem was written by 9 year old T. FIND OUT MORE March 19 2021 Kay’s story reminding us how wonderful pets are. Kay is a young person who has lived with her foster parents for four and a half years. She recently wrote an essay for school, both her teacher and her foster parents were so proud of her work. FIND OUT MORE January 12 2021 Madison’s Story My name is Madison and I am 15 years old. I have been in care for nearly 6 years FIND OUT MORE January 8 2021 Theo’s Story My name is Theo; I have been in care for close to six years and have noticed how dramatically my life has changed. FIND OUT MORE December 2 2020 K’s fostering story This witty blog from a bright and insightful teenager in foster care with Fostering People, show just how much fun teenagers are, as K’s describes her life and her relationship with her foster parents. FIND OUT MORE September 3 2020 Sophie’s Story Read about Sophie’s story of being the eldest of 6 siblings and the reason why she came into care at the age of 12 years old. FIND OUT MORE
Jul 15 2025 19:00 pm Online Fostering Information Evening – Tuesday 15th July 2025 Are you interested in becoming a foster parent but would like to find out more about fostering and the application process? We’re hosting a virtual fostering information evening on Tuesday 15th July at 7pm, which is open to anyone interested in becoming a foster parent and to people already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ provider since 2013 and as Very Good in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate. FIND OUT MORE
Jul 30 2025 19:00 pm Online Fostering Information Evening – Wednesday 30th July 2025 Are you interested in becoming a foster parent but would like to find out more about fostering and the application process? We’re hosting a virtual fostering information evening on Wednesday 30th July at 7pm, which is open to anyone interested in becoming a foster parent and to people already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ provider since 2013 and as Very Good in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate. FIND OUT MORE
Aug 12 2025 19:00 pm Online Fostering Information Evening – Tuesday 12th August 2025 Are you interested in becoming a foster parent but would like to find out more about fostering and the application process? We’re hosting a virtual fostering information evening on Tuesday 12th August at 7pm, which is open to anyone interested in becoming a foster parent and to people already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ provider since 2013 and as Very Good in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate. FIND OUT MORE
Aug 27 2025 19:00 pm Online Fostering Information Evening – Wednesday 27th August 2025 Are you interested in becoming a foster parent but would like to find out more about fostering and the application process? We’re hosting a virtual fostering information evening on Wednesday 27th August at 7pm, which is open to anyone interested in becoming a foster parent and to people already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ provider since 2013 and as Very Good in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate. FIND OUT MORE
Sep 09 2025 19:00 pm Online Fostering Information Evening – Tuesday 9th September 2025 Are you interested in becoming a foster parent but would like to find out more about fostering and the application process? We’re hosting a virtual fostering information evening on Tuesday 9th September at 7pm, which is open to anyone interested in becoming a foster parent and to people already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ provider since 2013 and as Very Good in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate. FIND OUT MORE
Sep 24 2025 19:00 pm Online Fostering Information Evening – Wednesday 24th September 2025 Are you interested in becoming a foster parent but would like to find out more about fostering and the application process? We’re hosting a virtual fostering information evening on Wednesday 24th September at 7pm, which is open to anyone interested in becoming a foster parent and to people already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ provider since 2013 and as Very Good in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate. FIND OUT MORE
Oct 14 2025 19:00 pm Online Fostering Information Evening – Tuesday 14th October 2025 Are you interested in becoming a foster parent but would like to find out more about fostering and the application process? We’re hosting a virtual fostering information evening on Tuesday 14th October at 7pm, which is open to anyone interested in becoming a foster parent and to people already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ provider since 2013 and as Very Good in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate. FIND OUT MORE
Oct 29 2025 19:00 pm Online Fostering Information Evening – Wednesday 29th October 2025 Are you interested in becoming a foster parent but would like to find out more about fostering and the application process? We’re hosting a virtual fostering information evening on Wednesday 29th October at 7pm, which is open to anyone interested in becoming a foster parent and to people already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ provider since 2013 and as Very Good in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate. FIND OUT MORE
Nov 11 2025 19:00 pm Online Fostering Information Evening – Tuesday 11th November 2025 Are you interested in becoming a foster parent but would like to find out more about fostering and the application process? We’re hosting a virtual fostering information evening on Tuesday 11th November at 7pm, which is open to anyone interested in becoming a foster parent and to people already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ provider since 2013 and as Very Good in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate. FIND OUT MORE
Nov 26 2025 19:00 pm Online Fostering Information Evening – Wednesday 26th November 2025 Are you interested in becoming a foster parent but would like to find out more about fostering and the application process? We’re hosting a virtual fostering information evening on Wednesday 26th November at 7pm, which is open to anyone interested in becoming a foster parent and to people already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ provider since 2013 and as Very Good in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate. FIND OUT MORE
Dec 09 2025 19:00 pm Online Fostering Information Evening – Tuesday 9th December 2025 Are you interested in becoming a foster parent but would like to find out more about fostering and the application process? We’re hosting a virtual fostering information evening on Tuesday 9th December at 7pm, which is open to anyone interested in becoming a foster parent and to people already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ provider since 2013 and as Very Good in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate. FIND OUT MORE
April 17 2025 Children help us to celebrate our 25th Anniversary Our Children and Young People’s voice is really important to us at Fostering People. So at our latest Children’s Council we asked children to share their views with us, and share their ambitions for the next 25 years. FIND OUT MORE
May 29 2024 In Memory of Kerri Over the last two months Fostering People have been raising funds and awareness for Thrombosis UK, in memory of our dearly missed colleague, Kerri. FIND OUT MORE
May 14 2024 Introducing Filby the Fire Dragon We’ve been busy working with award winning author, N.C.Emmett, who has very kindly gifted us an exclusive new book, dedicated to our foster families as part of Foster Care Fortnight™️. FIND OUT MORE
September 1 2023 Fostering People Celebrates a forth ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted Result Fostering People has once again been rated as an Outstanding fostering provider in all areas for a forth time, meaning Fostering People has been delivering consistently high quality support to foster parents and children for over a decade. FIND OUT MORE
February 17 2023 Kate Ferdinand interviews Fostering People foster parent Caz Kate Ferdinand talks about blended families with one of Fostering People’s foster parents Caz and Britney who she fostered. FIND OUT MORE
February 6 2023 Fostering People Scotland rated as ‘Very Good’ by Care Inspectorate in their latest inspection. The Care Inspectorate have awarded Fostering People a ‘Very Good’ rating in their latest inspection, saying “Children and young people experienced warm, compassionate care from caregivers who were dedicated to ensuring that they were safe, valued, and respected within their family and community.” FIND OUT MORE
June 22 2025 PACE Parenting: strategies that work In this blog, we explore PACE parenting in more detail—what it is, why it’s effective, and how you can use it to make a real difference for the children in your care. FIND OUT MORE
May 2 2025 Why Therapeutic Fostering Matters Many children in care have experienced trauma that shapes how they see the world and respond to it. Therapeutic foster care offers the empathy and support they need to begin healing. In this blog, we explore what it means, how it works, and the powerful impact it can have. FIND OUT MORE
April 23 2025 Can I Foster if my Child has Additional Needs If your child has additional needs, like a physical or mental health condition, Autism, or ADHD—you might be wondering what fostering would look like for your family. While many people foster while raising their own children, it can be more complex when your child needs extra support. Here’s what to consider before deciding if fostering is right for you. FIND OUT MORE
March 20 2025 Playful Parenting: Putting P.A.C.E Strategies into Action At Fostering People, we follow the P.A.C.E parenting model—a trauma-informed approach built on four key principles: playfulness, acceptance, curiosity, and empathy. Let’s explore the first strategy, playfulness, and how you can incorporate it into daily life to support your child’s emotional well-being. FIND OUT MORE
February 7 2025 Top tips on bridging the digital gap to keep kids safe online Mark Briggs, a Fostering People Team Manager with 30+ years’ experience, shares his top online safety tips as a CEOP ambassador. FIND OUT MORE
February 1 2025 How to talk to your family and friends about becoming a foster parent Friends and family may have questions or concerns when your first express an interest in fostering, all of which come from a loving place. Check out our handy tips on how to talk with your loved ones about becoming a first-time foster parent, along with tips on how to discuss the idea with your partner. FIND OUT MORE
September 29 2023 Staying Active – 5 Ways to Wellbeing We know staying active is good for us, and it’s no surprise to find it as one of the 5 Ways to Wellbeing, rather we’d be shocked if it wasn’t. But when we all understanding how fundamental it is to our physical health, why is there such a difference in our approach? FIND OUT MORE
July 26 2023 Keep learning with Podcasts We love podcasts because they are so convenient, accessible and a great way to help us on our path to life long learning. One of the 5 ways to wellbeing. Find out more and see which current podcasts we recommend. FIND OUT MORE
June 28 2023 Keep Learning Learning is fundamental to our overall wellbeing. Find out why it’s really important that we all embrace life long learning. FIND OUT MORE
May 15 2023 Connecting with others – How to improve your mental health Fostering People’s Wellbeing series continues, this time we discuss the importance of relationships and how connecting with others improves not only our mental health but our physical health too. FIND OUT MORE
March 3 2023 How to incorporate Mindfulness into your daily life We’ve all heard of mindfulness, and have heard that it’s good for us. But as foster parents, with children to care for, places to be, meetings to go to, recordings to get down, shopping to get and 100 other jobs each and every day – how do you find precious moments for yourself to be mindful? FIND OUT MORE
March 1 2023 Fostering People embark on ‘5 Ways to Wellbeing’ Over the last few months we have devoted some of the time discussing Wellbeing and its importance for us not only as professionals working in a stressful environment, but also as human beings navigating our way through the complexities of the modern world. At Fostering People we are dedicating 2023 to the ‘5 Ways to Wellbeing’, join us as we embark on our journey and let’s feel good together. FIND OUT MORE
October 24 2024 Sandras Fostering Story This month we’re sitting down with foster mum Sandra to hear about her experiences of cultural exchange within foster care and the wisdom she’s gained after almost 20 years of fostering experience. FIND OUT MORE
April 24 2024 Caroline and Kennys fostering story “Kids don’t fit neatly in the boxes that society wants them in” Caroline and Kenny tell their fostering story and how they have never looked back. FIND OUT MORE
April 24 2024 Shanice tells her short break fostering story Short breaks are a different type of fostering. “Putting a smile on the girls’ faces and opening up their eyes to different experiences has definitely been the most rewarding part so far.” FIND OUT MORE
April 22 2024 Stevie and Mhairi’s Fostering Story Newly weds Stevie and Mhairi talk about their lives, as they embark not just as a married couple, but from hoteliers to happy families: Meet the hotel managers on their new fostering journey. FIND OUT MORE
January 17 2023 Harriet and David’s fostering story Harriet and David tell how they left their public sector careers to foster, not once but twice, coming back to fostering during the pandemic. “There is nothing more rewarding than this”. FIND OUT MORE
December 20 2022 Wayne’s fostering story Wayne swapped his teaching career for fostering, but now combines both roles successfully. In his fostering story, Wayne tells us about what led him to fostering and his return to work as a SENDCo in a virtual school. FIND OUT MORE
January 30 2025 Snow Day Noises At Fostering People we love sharing the talents of our young people, this wonderful poem was written by 9 year old T. FIND OUT MORE
March 19 2021 Kay’s story reminding us how wonderful pets are. Kay is a young person who has lived with her foster parents for four and a half years. She recently wrote an essay for school, both her teacher and her foster parents were so proud of her work. FIND OUT MORE
January 12 2021 Madison’s Story My name is Madison and I am 15 years old. I have been in care for nearly 6 years FIND OUT MORE
January 8 2021 Theo’s Story My name is Theo; I have been in care for close to six years and have noticed how dramatically my life has changed. FIND OUT MORE
December 2 2020 K’s fostering story This witty blog from a bright and insightful teenager in foster care with Fostering People, show just how much fun teenagers are, as K’s describes her life and her relationship with her foster parents. FIND OUT MORE
September 3 2020 Sophie’s Story Read about Sophie’s story of being the eldest of 6 siblings and the reason why she came into care at the age of 12 years old. FIND OUT MORE
