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Local Offices

Interested in becoming a foster parent? Find your local office for more information.

Fostering in Scotland

Are you interested in fostering in Scotland? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in the North East

Are you interested in fostering in the North East? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Yorkshire

Are you interested in fostering in Yorkshire? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in the North West

Are you interested in fostering in the North West? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in the East Midlands

Are you interested in fostering in the East Midlands? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in the East

Are you interested in fostering in the East? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in the West Midlands

Are you interested in fostering in the West Midlands? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

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Are you interested in fostering? Find out more about becoming a foster parent with one of the UK’s leading fostering providers. Enquire today.

What is Fostering? | About Fostering | Fostering People

Fostering offers children a safe & stable family environment. Find out more about the foster care system & how you can make a difference to a foster child.

Why foster

Fostering is one of the most rewarding things you can do. Find out more about fostering and its benefits.

Who can foster?

We believe in changing lives together. Find out if you have the right skills, qualities and circumstances to become a foster parent with Fostering People

Spare room

One requirement for fostering is a spare bedroom. Find out why this is so important when looking to become a foster parent.

LGBTQ+ Foster Carers | Fostering People

At Fostering People, we welcome LGBTQ foster parents and single foster parents; both men and women. Find out more today about fostering today!

Race & religion

At Fostering People we welcome foster parents from many different ethnicities and who follow different faiths. Find out more about fostering with us today.

Disability & mental health

At Fostering People we recruit disabled foster parents. If you have a disability or mental health difficulties, find out more.

Single foster parents

Wondering if you can be a foster parent if you are single? Yes – you can foster as a single parent and we would love to hear from you!

Is There An Age Limit For Foster Parents? | Fostering People

You are never too old to foster with Fostering People, whatever your age find out more about fostering today!

Previous experience

When it comes to fostering, previous child care experience isn't necessary. Find out more about the criteria needed to become a foster parent.

Can I foster if I have pets?

Owning pets does not necessarily preclude anyone from becoming a foster carer, but there are things you need to consider first. Find out more.

Types of fostering | Fostering People

Fostering People offers many types of fostering placements, including short & long term fostering. Find out what type of fostering is right for you.

Children in care | Fostering People

Approximately 30,000 children are in need of foster care as a result of neglect, abuse, family illness or breakdown. Could you foster?

Mockingbird Family Model UK | Fostering People

Fostering People is one of the first independent fostering agencies to introduce Mockingbird programme, a US fostering model, in the UK. Find out more.

Disability Fostering | Fostering People

Do you have patience, understanding and willingness to learn? Then you have the skills we are looking for to foster a disabled child or young person. We offer a full disability service supported by specialist disability social workers.

5 Bedroom Design Ideas for Foster Children with Special Needs

Here’s how to set up a spare bedroom for foster children with additional needs to make it a cool, calm and relaxing space.

Looking After A Disabled Child Will Change Your Life

Fostering disabled children with physical disabilities, learning difficulties or medical conditions is a hugely rewarding and enjoyable role.

Short Breaks Fostering

Our short breaks services offers vital support to families with disabled children in Birmingham. Could you look after a child for just 6 days a month, to help provide the very best support, keeping families together. Get in touch today.

Long Term Fostering | Types Of Fostering | Fostering People

Could you be a foster parent for long term fostering or permanence fostering? Find out more about the different types of fostering we offer.

Short term fostering | Types Of Fostering | Fostering People

Could you provide short term care to a child in need? Find out more about fostering and the different types of foster care.

Emergency Foster Care | Types Of Fostering | Fostering People

Could you offer an emergency placement to a child in need? Find out about becoming a foster parent and the types of fostering we offer.

Step down fostering

Step Down foster carers help children who have lived in a residential care setting over a long period to re-adjust to living back within a family again.

Sanctuary seeking fostering | Fostering People

Sanctuary seeking fostering involves caring for a young asylum seeker, who has been separated from their family. Find out more about asylum seeker fostering

Parent & Child Fostering | Fostering People

Fostering a young parent and their baby can be incredibly rewarding. Find out more about becoming a foster parent with Fostering People.

Fostering Siblings | Types Of Fostering | Fostering People

At Fostering People, we are committed to keeping brothers and sisters together, could you foster siblings? Apply today!

Requirements for Fostering siblings

Caring for more than one child will have its challenges, but it’s a remarkedly rewarding role. Let’s take a look at what you need to qualify for fostering siblings.

Is fostering siblings right for you?

The idea of fostering siblings might sound daunting, but it can be hugely beneficial to the children’s overall happiness and success with their foster family. Here’s how to know if caring for siblings could be right for you.

Fostering teenagers

Fostering teenagers can be much easier and a lot more fun than you may think. Can you make a difference to a young person’s life?

Respite Foster Care | Types Of Fostering | Fostering People

Respite fostering is providing care to a child on a very short term basis - this can be anything from a few days to regular weekends. Find out more.

How to become a foster parent

Becoming a foster parent is a life changing decision. Our friendly team are here to help you decide whether it's right for you. Find out more about fostering today!

Checks and references

Looking to foster but unsure what checks and references are carried out? Find out all the information you need.

Fostering Panel

Before you become a foster parent, you’ll attend a fostering panel. Find out more about what happens during the panel process and who attends.

Your first foster child

Getting ready to care for your first foster child is very exciting, but it’s very natural to be anxious too. Follow our tips and tricks.

Frequently Asked Questions about fostering

Read our FAQ today to learn everything you need to know about fostering.

How will fostering affect my family | Fostering People

Fostering involves the whole family! We discuss how fostering can affect your own children and the support we offer our foster families.

Role of a foster parent | Fostering People

Becoming a foster parent is a life changing decision. We can help guide you through the steps, supporting you thoughout. Find out more about fostering today!

Fostering with an Independent Agency

Fostering People is an Independent Fostering Agency. Foster agencies have been used by local authorities for over 20 years. Find out how we work here.

Why choose us

Rated as both Outstanding in England and Excellent in Scotland; quality is at the heart of everything we do. Find out more.

About us

Fostering People is a highly accredited community based fostering agency working across England and Scotland. Find out more.

Statement of purpose | Fostering People

We've are proud to have been rated as 'Outstanding' across all areas of our organisation since 2013!

Therapeutic foster care

Fostering People is an ACEs aware organisation. Are you looking to foster with a therapeutic agency? Find out more about our approach.

Support

When deciding to foster, you want to know that you will receive the right support when you need it. Find out more about fostering with Fostering People.

Support for foster children

Our approach ensures children in our care have a voice within our organisation and their needs are our first priority. Find out more about fostering.

Specialist support for caring for children with autism

Caring for a foster child with autism can be challenging, but you don't have to face it alone. Our support program for foster parents provides the necessary guidance and resources to help you navigate this journey with confidence. Find out how we can assist you in providing the best care for autistic youth.

Supporting a child with mental health issues

Mental health disorders can manifest in different ways, and it is essential for foster parents to understand the different types of disorders as well as the signs, so they know how to improve child mental health.

Training

We provide you with excellent training both to help you prepare to foster as well as ongoing training to support your development. Find out more.

Vision and values

Fostering People was founded with the aim of providing great quality foster placements to children locally. Find out more about our vision and values.

Inspection results

Fostering People is a highly accredited community based fostering agency working across England and Scotland. Find out more.

Perks & Benefits

We offer a range of fantastic benefits and perks to our foster parents, find out more about what you can receive as a foster parent with us.

Transfer to us

Are you thinking of moving on from your current agency or local authority? Give us a call to find out the benefits of fostering with Fostering People.

Benefits of transferring

At Fostering People we offer a range of benefits to all of our foster parents. If you are looking to transfer, find out today how we compare.

The transfer process

FAQs before transferring fostering agency

If you’re thinking about moving on from your current provider, you’ll want to do your research and ask the right questions to ensure a smooth and successful transition.

Blogs and News

Check out all the latest news, fostering stories and events regarding Fostering People and their foster carers.

Fostering Stories

Discover all the latest fostering stories from ISP Fostering's foster parents, birth children and foster children currently in care.

Julie and Phil's fostering story

Julie and Phil have been fostering for a year which has seen them care for two parent and child placements, a sibling group of 3 on and an 11 year old boy on respite. Julie and Phil have found their experiences very different from each other and they have had their challenges, but continue to enjoy fostering.

Steve and Sandra's fostering story

Read about Steve and Sandra's fostering story.

Emma and Mike's fostering story

Emma and Mike decided to join Fostering People following a recommendation from close friends who are foster parents with the agency. They liked the fact that they felt we would not just be a “number” and it had a family feel to the agency.

Liz and Tom's fostering story

Read about Liz and Tom's first placement, an emergency placement for a 15 year old boy called Amir from Iran.

Tracy and Ian's fostering story

Following a long career with the local authority, Tracy and Ian decided the time was right to make the move to an independent agency. “We attended training with foster carers from the independent sector and when they discussed the support they received, we realised it was possible to have a more positive fostering experience,” describes Ian.

Julie's fostering story

Julie has spent her working life in social care. “I’d been working as a manager for a number of years, spending more and more time on call, working long hours and becoming disillusioned. I wanted to do something different.”

Cathy and Graham's fostering story

Before becoming a foster family, Cathy and Graham were formally an army family traveling across the UK. The couple settled in the West Midlands and started to look into adoption as the couple had been unable to have their own children, as Cathy explains.

Lisa and Martin's fostering story

Lisa and Martin are experienced foster parents who fostered with an independent fostering agency for 2 years prior to joining Fostering People.

Louise and Andrew's fostering story

Most children show great excitement at Christmas time and it can be a wonderful time for foster parents.  But Christmas can be an overwhelming time for some foster children, as Louise and her husband Andrew foster parents from the East Midlands experienced.

Steve's fostering story

Steve 63, and his wife, Lorraine, 59, who are based in County Durham, have been fostering for seven years and have fostered three children who are siblings on a long-term basis ever since they were approved.

Angela's Fostering Story

Angela, 59, and her husband, Chris, 57, based in Nottingham, have been fostering vulnerable children for seven years and in that time, they have fostered 13 children.

Yvonne's Fostering Story

Yvonne tells her fostering story in her own words, talking about the children she has looked after, what motivated her to foster initially back in the 1990s and her experience of caring for children with whom she didn't share the same culture and religion.

Nicola's fostering story

Nicola, 43 and her husband, Richard, who are based in Redcar, have been fostering for three years and in that time, they have fostered three children who are siblings.

Caz's Fostering Story

Caz has been fostering for almost 10 years with Fostering People. Caz explains how she approaches motherhood and the differences between fostering and raising her own son.

Ian's fostering story

Father of six foster children reveals how he knew something was missing before he started fostering. Find out more.

Foster parent Yvonne urges other black people to consider fostering this Black History Month

Whilst Yvonne appreciates that mixed ethnicity foster placements can and do work, she thinks it’s important that young black people in foster care have a space where they can grow into their own culture.

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.

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".

Julie and Steve's fostering story

Since joining Fostering People in 2008, Julie and Steve have experienced the full range of joys and challenges that fostering brings.

Dennis and Linda's fostering story

With five birth children and ten grandchildren, Dennis and Linda had always been used to having lots of children around and, once their own children had left home, fostering felt like the next natural step.

Katie's fostering story

Katie was a youth worker before becoming a foster parent. Katie explains she has worked in the community and a few of her friends were in foster care and this really motivated her to become a foster parent.

Joanne and Stephen's fostering story | Fostering People

For Joanne and Stephen Phillips, 2012 was a major turning point in their life – it was the year they applied to become foster parents. For Joanne, this opportunity was exactly what she’d been yearning for.

Tracy and Ian's fostering story

Following a long career with the local authority, Tracy and Ian decided the time was right to make the move to an independent agency. “We attended training with foster carers from the independent sector and when they discussed the support they received, we realised it was possible to have a more positive fostering experience,” describes Ian.

Andi's fostering story

"It was a day we would never forget, driving home from Nottingham after being approved as foster parents at our Panel meeting. We were on cloud nine, excited to get home to that chilled bottle of champagne in the fridge to celebrate our new vocation."

John and Yvonne's fostering story

After fostering for five years, Yvonne remembered the day they were approved as foster carers.

Julie and Mark's fostering story

Read about Julie and Mark's fostering story. They have been fostering for around 8 years now and have looked after children of all ages.

Steve and Sandra's fostering story

Steve and Sandra become foster parents because they wanted to give a child or a young person an opportunity to be a part of their family and with their life experiences sensed they could offer a secure and consistent environment to enable a young person to thrive.

Emma and Mike's fostering story

Emma and Mike decided to join Fostering People following a recommendation from close friends who are foster parents with the agency. They liked the fact that they felt we would not just be a “number” and it had a family feel to the agency.

Toni and Graham Fosters' story

Twenty years ago, in the year 2000, Toni and Graham embarked on a new journey within the fostering care sector that has led them to become Fostering People’s longest fostering parents.

Jan and Dave's fostering story

Read about how Jan and Dave's experiences as foster parents to 2 girls, who are now on a long term placement with them both.

Sumera's fostering story

Read about Sumera's fostering story on how with support and guidance by her social worker and the team at Fostering People, helped her settle in quite easily as a foster parent.

Mel and Kevin's fostering story

Mel and Kevin give us an insight on taking up 2 separate fostering placements. A 16 year old female and 12 year old boy, with both of them being in care for totally different reasons.

Pat's fostering story

Pat has been fostering with Fostering People since 2015. Pat has worked with children for 40 years, most recently as a social work, working in education. But Pat wanted a change of direction and saw an advert for the Fostering People information evening.

Carol and John's fostering story

Carol first found out about Fostering People through a friend, who works as a social worker. “A friend told me about the information evening so I went along. When I got there, I found there was no hard sell, the event was relaxed and welcoming and I felt comfortable”.

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.

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.

Josh's fostering story

Can you imagine being over 2 years old, but having never left hospital? This was the reality for Josh but with the help of Fostering People he now has a family home to call his own.

Jack's Story

This story centres around a young 10 year old little boy in foster care with Fostering People who is confused about his gender and how his foster carer is helping him feel comfortable with his own identity despite his young age.

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.

Madison's Story

My name is Madison and I am 15 years old. I have been in care for nearly 6 years

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.

Fostering guides

Our guides are here to help you if you're thinking of becoming a foster parent.

Steps to Foster Brochure

This guide gives you all the information you need about becoming a foster parent with Fostering People.

Scotland Steps to foster Brochure

This guide gives you all the information you need about becoming a foster parent with Fostering People in Scotland.

West Midlands Step to foster brochure

This guide gives you all the information you need about becoming a foster parent with Fostering People in the West Midlands.

East Midlands Steps to foster Brochure

This guide gives you all the information you need about becoming a foster parent with Fostering People in the East Midlands.

East Steps to foster Brochure

This guide gives you all the information you need about becoming a foster parent with Fostering People in East region.

North East Steps to Foster Brochure

This guide gives you all the information you need about becoming a foster parent with Fostering People in the North East.

North West Steps to Foster Brochure

This guide gives you all the information you need about becoming a foster parent with Fostering People in the North West.

Yorkshire Steps to Foster Brochure

This guide gives you all the information you need about becoming a foster parent with Fostering People in Yorkshire.

Foster Carer Charter

This guide gives you all the information you need about becoming a foster parent with Fostering People.

News

Keep up to date with all the latest news from Fostering People.

Art work by the fabulous Middlesbrough artist Martin Blaney

A local Middlesbrough artist Martin Blaney has very kindly given Fostering People some of his wonderful art work for children to colour in whilst in lock down.

Fostering People receives top grades from Ofsted for third time

Nottingham-based Fostering People, a leading independent fostering agency, has received critical acclaim from Ofsted for its latest inspection.

2019 Carer Survey Results Fostering People in England

We've recently asked our foster carers to complete a survey letting us know what they think about Fostering People across the whole spectrum of our service and we are please to be able to share the results with you.

Duke of Edinburgh Awards, leads to a trip to the Palace!

In 2018 Fostering People established its first Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme for young people in our Yorkshire region.

Foster Carer Wins Volunteer of the Year Award

Fostering People foster carer Geri Brown was awarded North West Volunteer of the year 2018 from Barnardo’s in recognition of the work that she has done as an Independent Visitor.

Fostering People holds event to share best practise for combatting child sexual exploitation

Fostering People, recently held an event at The Acklam Green Centre in Middlesbrough, aimed at combatting Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) in the region.

'A Picture is worth a thousand words' book launch

Two foster siblings from Middlesbrough have been named the winners of a national photography competition, launched by Fostering People, a collection of best photos from the competition feature in this new book launched on 19th August to coincide with World Photo Day.

Foster carer’s receives ‘Love your Garden’ make over nominated by the young people they have cared for

Fostering People foster carers, Fiona and Karl were featured on the UK most watched gardening programme, ITVs ‘Love your Garden’.

Supporting to reform services for children with disabilities in Jordan | Fostering People

At Fostering People we were delighted to be given the opportunity to share our disability knowledge and practice with the Jordanian Government when we were approached by Lumos (a charity set up by J.K Rowling with a mission to end institutionalisation around the world by 2050).

Fostering People launch new fostering model named Mockingbird

Children, foster carers and staff in our East Midlands area gathered with a representative from the Fostering Network to launch our first ever constellation of Fostering People’s Mockingbird Project.

Latest News from Mockingbird

The latest News from Mockingbird is brought to us by Luisa, the Mockingbird Liaison Social Worker.

20 years of Fostering People

Fostering agency celebrates their 20-year anniversary after delivering decades of support to family’s lives

Fostering People’s Reverse Advent Calendar

Our West Midlands team are making Reverse Advent Calendars for local charities, helping out families in need this Christmas.

Children's Christmas Cards 2020

Fostering People is bursting with artist talent, and this shows it's self every year with our annual Christmas Card entrees.

Christmas Gingerbread Competition

Children and Young People at Fostering People have been keeping themselves busy preparing for Christmas with a wonderful online 'Bake Off'.

Fostering People hosts virtual Santa visits to bring festive cheer to children

Fostering People will be hosting virtual Santa visits to bring festive cheer to foster children who may not make it to his grotto this year, due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Changes For Lgbt Foster Parents & Adopters - LGBT History Month

Foster Care Fortnight 2021 #Whywecare

Our foster parents and staff share with us #WhyWeCare this Foster Care Fortnight.

Fostering People's young people make the grade in this years exam results.

After a second year of facing new and difficult challenges within learning, we want to say a huge well done to our young people, we are so proud of everything everyone has achieved.

Fostering People travel nearly 8,000 miles in memory of our late colleague

The staff, foster parents and children at Fostering People, have travelled just shy of 8,000 miles in memory of one of our colleagues, Helen Armitage.

A fond farewell to Margi

Margi started with Fostering People in our beginning back in 2000. Over the last two decades Margi has been instrumental in the development of Fostering People, but today we came together to say farewell.

Language that cares

At Fostering People we have launched our Language that Cares Charter in consultation with children and young people to help ensure that we all use language which is more positive and more importantly sanctions by our children and young people.

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.”

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.

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.

2019 Carer Survey Results for Fostering People Scotland

We've recently asked our foster carers to complete a survey letting us know what they think about Fostering People across the whole spectrum of our service and we are please to be able to share the results with you.

First Minister visits Fostering People Scotland

Nicola Sturgeon, First Minister of Scotland attended Fostering People Scotland’s Starfish group to meet with a group of children and young people to hear about their experiences of being Looked After in foster care.

Top Grades for Fostering People Scotland

Fostering People Scotland, has received the Care Inspectorate’s top grades for its latest inspection.

Keeping the Promise

Cassie Yeaman, Registered Manager at Fostering People Scotland, outlines her commitment to #Keepthepromise for the Children and Young People of Scotland.

Care Inspectorate Advice to keep School and other Childcare settings safe

The Care Inspectorate has sent through useful information to Children and Young People's Services to help advise and inform as we start to ease lockdown restrictions.

Debbie Lane completes 200km to raise money for animal charity

Debbie Lane, Education, Administration & Recruitment Manager at Fostering People’s Dundee office walked an incredible 200km to raise money for the local animal charity, Scottish Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SSPCA).

Fostering blog posts

Discover all the latest blogs from Fostering People, foster parents and foster children and hear about some amazing stories.

George Floyd: Going even further to ensure change

A message from Oliver Kirkland - Registered Manager talking about the tragic death of George Floyd and suggesting how we might learn from this as an organisation and as people.

Fostering assessments during social distancing

In light of recent Government social distancing instructions, we have amended our recruitment and assessment processes, to ensure we can still recruit new fostering family during this difficult time.

Our Response to COVID-19

A message from our Managing Director, John Platt and CEO, Jo August on our response to COVID-19.

How to decorate a foster child's bedroom

If you just thinking about becoming a foster carer, are new to fostering or an experienced foster parents decorating and preparing a bedroom for a foster child who is new to your home is really important.

Exam results day 2020

Well done to each and every one of our young people who received results this year and thank you for sharing them! We’d like to wish them all luck stepping in to the next chapter of their education!

Care made me

When a young person is in foster carer there are many statistics which show that outcomes for children within education, health, employment and crime are less positive than those of their peers which have grown up within a conventional family unit. But here we show how foster care has had a positive effect on young people's lives.

7 Tips to look after you this Self Care Week

Being a foster parent is a hard and often stressful role.  It's important to take care of yourself every bit as much as the children in your care. So here are some top tips to ensure you stay healthy both mentally and physically.

Stress Awareness Day and how I cope with stress

Working with Tyneside Women's Health

Starting in 2019, Fostering People have commenced partnership with Tyneside Women’s Health, a charitable organisation based in Newcastle and Gateshead. The aim of the charity is to help women and girls to improve their mental health and emotional wellbeing. Their overall vision is ‘a society that is free from mental health stigma, in which all women and girls feel included and empowered’.

Destination fostering! Clear sky's ahead

You may be wondering what it will be like to care for somebody’s else’s child; to share your home with a child, but a child who is effectively a stranger; how demanding will it be and what else does it involve?

Can you foster if you have a dog?

A pet dog can be a great first step for many young people, helping them to form attachments to the family as a whole.

Young artist within Fostering People

Our foster children surprise us all the time with their talents, and these drawings are truely fantastic.

Oliver's Christmas message

End of year message to all our fostering families.

The Story of Hanukkah

We are currently in the middle of Hanukkah, the Jewish festival of light. Read more about Hanukkah and the story behind this important time of year.

LGBT+ History Month

Oliver Kirkland shares his experience of how positively things have changes for LGBT foster parents and adopters.

UCAS Discovery Days

How pet's can teach foster children to care

Being caring and kind, isn't a skill we are born with. We learn these skills, particularly as children. Pet's provide a great opportunity for children to experience first hand, what a difference kindness and caring make.

How dogs can improve immune health for children

We all know dogs are a breading ground for germs, but did you know this can actually benefical to our immune health? Find out more.

13 reasons why dogs are good for children with ADHD & Autism

If your child or foster child has additional needs, a four-legged furry companion could help them emotionally, physically and developmentally.

How pet’s can increase a foster child’s emotional health

Friendship is really important to us and improves are emotional health, it has been shown to prevent illness and add years to our lives – while isolation can lead to depression. Find out more about how pet's can help.

Do dogs help children to stay fit?

We know that children need exercise to keep fit and healthy and so do our four legged friends.

How pets can reduce stress for foster children.

We all know that stroking a pet feels nice, but did you know that it’s scientifically proven to feel good?

National Stephen Lawrence Day

Stephen Lawrence Day this year seems quite fitting coming less than 48 hours after the conviction of George Floyd’s murderer.

Deaf Awareness Week

1 in 6 people have hearing loss, meaning that more people might be struggling to hear you than you think. As part of our disability service at Fostering People we have cared for profoundly deaf children, but in our latest blog find out how to communicate better with people who although can hear, may stuggle to hear you completely.

History of Pride Month

June 2021 is PRIDE Month and pays tribute to all of those who were involved in the Stonewall riots in 1969. The first pride march was held the following year on New York City in 1970.

Working beyond retirement: why fostering could be for you in 2022

If you’ve recently hung up your work hat or are having to face early retirement, you may be wondering about how best to spend these golden years. There are many things to do after retirement to make money, but fostering is more than just a pay packet. It changes children’s lives.

Hoarding, Stealing & Bingeing: Food Insecurity in Foster Children

Food hoarding, stealing and bingeing are common food issues foster children develop, but why do they do it and how can you help them? We’re here to help shed some light.

5 Tips to Help a Foster Child Obsessed with Food

Before living with their foster family, many children in care didn’t know when their next meal was coming. This trauma can see them develop food obsession disorder symptoms, such as hoarding, bingeing or stealing. Here are 5 tips to help your foster child forge a healthy relationship with food.

The impact of fostering on birth children & 6 tips for success

Becoming a foster parent isn’t a decision you make on a whim. There are many things to consider and it’s important to include the whole household from the start. Which is why the decision can feel even more loaded when you have to think about the impact of fostering on birth children. Ensuring the wellbeing of your birth children will be a number one priority, but your other main priority is to provide your foster child with the best care possible. It may sound daunting, but when it’s done right, it’ll be worth it.

5 tips: how to transition a foster child into your home

In this guide, you’ll find simple and easy-to-follow tips to help make this process as smooth and stress-free as possible.

Fostering an autistic child when you have birth children at home

In this guide, we’ll show you how to make fostering an autistic child with birth children a success.

8 questions to help you decide which foster agency to choose

To help you decide which fostering agency you should choose, we’ve broken down the eight most important questions you need to consider.

7 Amazing reasons to foster a child with disabilities

Around 7/10 looked-after children have special needs, compared to 2 in 10 of all children.

5 Bedroom Design Ideas for Foster Children with Special Needs

Here’s how to set up a spare bedroom for foster children with additional needs to make it a cool, calm and relaxing space.

Fostering People's stress relief efforts this Stress Awareness Week

At Fostering People we take stress seriously and as a result we are doing all we can to help our foster families deal with one of the biggest causes of stress, our finances.

John Lewis ad is just the beginning for care-experienced youth.

Cost of living uplifts for foster parents

Supporting our foster parents well is the most important thing to us here at Fostering People.

Things to consider when fostering for the first time this Christmas

Here are some key points to consider when fostering at Christmas

4 reasons why we use the therapeutic fostering approach

Many children in care need extra support in healing from their troubled pasts, which is why at Fostering People, we’re dedicated to fostering therapeutically. Discover why below.

The Unseen Effects of Childhood Trauma

Many children who come into care have experienced trauma. Read about the unseen effects of childhood trauma and how understanding trauma can help young people later on.

Turning your home office into a home

Now that your home office may be largely unneeded, if you have dreams of welcoming a foster child there is one thing you definitely do need!

Jeremy Hunt's Budget delivers welcome news for foster parents

What is Qualifying Care Relief (QCR) and what does the Spring Budget mean for foster parents? How much more can foster carers earn before being eligible for tax?

Reasons why young people need role models

Discover why having role models in their lives is crucial for young people. We present six compelling reasons why becoming a positive influence can greatly benefit the development of your child. Don't miss out on the chance to make a difference in their life.

Most common causes of stress for children in foster care

While every child’s history and circumstances will be unique to them, there are some common causes of stress that most looked-after children are likely to experience.

Managing Father’s Day with Foster Children

Let's explore some fantastic strategies to make Father's Day extra special when you have foster kids in your loving home!

Respite ideas for stressed out foster families

Foster parents put in endless effort to provide a safe and loving home for their foster children. However, it's essential to remember that taking care of themselves is just as important as taking care of others. That's where respite care comes in, offering a much-needed break and support.

Can I really afford to foster a child?

Explore the possibilities of fostering as an excellent career path tailored for you, and delve into the comprehensive details of our allowances, rewards, and additional perks.

How to talk to your children about fostering

Here are some of our favourite tips on how to talk to your children about fostering.

Finding your purpose through fostering

Transform your empty nest into a fulfilling fostering journey. Make a life-changing impact on a child's life.

Don't Want to Retire - Foster

If you find yourself nearing retirement age and pondering whether to continue working, consider these compelling reasons why welcoming a child into your life might be the perfect choice for you.

Black History Month 2023

At Fostering People we are celebrating Black History Month. Download useful resources and get involved via our poetry competition.

7 Ways to Boost Foster Children’s Communication Skills

In this blog, we'll explore the importance of communication skills, the unique challenges faced by foster children, and practical strategies you can implement to help boost your foster child's communication abilities

Meaningful Ways to Connect with Your Foster Teen

We take a look into the practical and impactful strategies you can implement with your teen.

Spooktacular Halloween Ideas with Teens

Check out our guide to making memorable and spooktacular celebrations that will leave your teens grinning from ear to ear.

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.

Take Notice - One of the '5 Ways to Wellbeing'

By taking notice of the moment we are in and the world around us we can slow down the pace of life, appreciate the little things that make us happy and understand how we are feeling in the moment. Find out more as we discuss how taking notice is one of the five ways to wellbeing.

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?

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.

Keep Learning

Learning is fundamental to our overall wellbeing. Find out why it's really important that we all embrace life long learning.

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.

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?

Events

Online Fostering Information Events

Virtual Fostering Information Evening - 12th May

Join our virtual Fostering Information Evening, hosted by our Dundee team, to find out more about fostering. Register your interest today!

Online Fostering Information Evening - 18th May - North East

Online Fostering Event - Wednesday 7th July

Join our virtual Fostering Information Evening, hosted by our East Midlands team, to find out more about fostering. Register your interest today!

Online Fostering Evening - Tuesday 17th August

We're hosting a virtual fostering information evening on Tuesday 17th August at 7pm. If you are new to fostering, this is an ideal opportunity to find out more, plus have any questions you have answered - all from the comfort of your own home.

Online Fostering Evening - Tuesday 14th September

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 17th September at 7pm.

Online Fostering Information Evening - Tuesday 19th October

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 event on Tuesday 19th October at 1pm.

Online Fostering Information Evening - Tuesday 16th November

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 16th November at 7pm. If you are already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted 'Outstanding' provider since 2013 and as Excellent in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate.  We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

Online Fostering Information Event - Tuesday 18th January

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 18th January at 1pm. If you are already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted 'Outstanding' provider since 2013 and as Excellent in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate.  We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

Online Fostering Information Event -Tuesday 22nd February

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 22nd February at 1pm. If you are already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted 'Outstanding' provider since 2013 and as Excellent in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate.  We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

Online Fostering Information Evening - Tuesday 22nd March

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 22nd March at 7pm. If you are already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted 'Outstanding' provider since 2013 and as Excellent in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate.  We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

Online Fostering Information Event - Tuesday 26th April

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 26th April at 1pm. If you are already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted 'Outstanding' provider since 2013 and as Excellent in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate.  We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

Online Fostering Information Session - Tuesday 17th May

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 17th May at 7pm. If you are already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted 'Outstanding' provider since 2013 and as Excellent in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate.  We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

Online Fostering Information Evening - Tuesday 21st June

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 21st June at 7pm. If you are already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted 'Outstanding' provider since 2013 and as Excellent in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate.  We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

Online Fostering Information Event - Tuesday 19th July

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 19th July at 1pm. If you are already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted 'Outstanding' provider since 2013 and as Excellent in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate.  We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

Online Fostering Information Event - Tuesday 16th August

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 16th August at 7pm. If you are already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted 'Outstanding' provider since 2013 and as Excellent in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate.  We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

Online Fostering Information Evening - Tuesday 20th September

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 20th September at 7pm. If you are already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted 'Outstanding' provider since 2013 and as Excellent in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate.  We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

Online Fostering Information Event - Tuesday 18th October

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 18th October November at 1pm. If you are already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted 'Outstanding' provider since 2013 and as Excellent in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate.  We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

Online Fostering Information Evening - Tuesday 22nd November

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 22nd November at 7pm. If you are already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted 'Outstanding' provider since 2013 and as Excellent in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate.  We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

Online Fostering Information Evening - Tuesday 24th January 2023

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 24th January at 7pm. If you are 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. We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

Online Fostering Information Evening - Tuesday 21st February 2023

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 21st February at 7pm. If you are 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. We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

Online Fostering Information Evening - Tuesday 21st March 2023

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 21st March at 7pm. If you are 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. We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

Online Fostering Information Evening - Tuesday 18th April 2023

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 18th April. If you are 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. We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

Online Fostering Information Evening - Tuesday 23rd May 2023

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 23rd May at 7pm. If you are 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. We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

Online Fostering Information Evening - Tuesday 20th June 2023

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 20th June at 7pm. If you are 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. We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

Online Fostering Information Evening - Tuesday 18th July 2023

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 18th July at 7pm. If you are 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. We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

Online Fostering Information Evening - Tuesday 22nd August 2023

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 22nd August at 7pm. If you are 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. We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

Online Information Evening - Tuesday 19th September 2023

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 19th September at 7pm. If you are 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. We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

Online Fostering Information Evening - 17th October 2023

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 17th October at 7pm. If you are 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. We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

Online Fostering Information Evening - Tuesday 14th November 2023

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 November at 7pm. If you are 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. We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

Online Fostering Information Evening - Tuesday 12th December 2023

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 December at 7pm. If you are 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. We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

Online Fostering Information Evening - Tuesday 4th July 2023

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 4th July at 7pm. If you are 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. We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

Online Fostering Information Evening - Wednesday 12th July 2023

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 12th July at 7pm. If you are 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. We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

Online Fostering Information Evening - Monday 24th July 2023

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 Monday 24th July at 7pm. If you are 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. We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

Online Fostering Information Evening - Tuesday 1st August 2023

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 1st August at 7pm. If you are 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. We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

Online Fostering Information Evening - Tuesday 28th November

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 28th November at 7pm. If you are 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. We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

Online Fostering Information Evening - Tuesday 9th January 2024

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 January at 7pm. If you are 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. We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

Online Fostering Information Evening - Tuesday 23rd January 2024

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 23rd January 2024 at 7pm. If you are 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. We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

Online Fostering Information Evening - Tuesday 6th February

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 6th February 2024 at 7pm. If you are 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. We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

Online Fostering Information Evening - Tuesday 20th February 2024

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 20th February 2024 at 7pm. If you are 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. We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

Scotland

East Midlands

Nottingham Fostering Information Evening

Are you interested in becoming a foster parent but would like to find out more about fostering and the application process? We're opening our office for a fostering information evening on Tuesday 10th May at 6pm. If you are already fostering, and want to learn more about fostering with Fostering People as an Ofsted 'Outstanding' provider since 2013.  We will be on hand to answer any questions about our support service.

West Midlands

Fostering allowance

We provide a fostering allowance to cover expenses such as food, clothing, travel and bills. Find out more about foster care payments at Fostering People.

Finance calculator

Our foster parents currently receive a foster care allowance of between £390 and £700, depending on the age of the child and the type of placement.

Tax and National Insurance

The government offers foster parents generous tax relief. Find out today how this can benefit your tax liability when fostering!

Benefits available to foster parents

Interested in fostering but need to know how fostering will affect your benefits? Find out more today!

Can I Foster and Work Full Time?

It’s a question we get asked all the time, so let’s take a deep dive into the realities of fostering with a full-time job or part-time role.

How much does fostering pay?

If you’re thinking of fostering a child but are also worrying about money, you’re not alone. But at Fostering People, we've increased our foster care pay rates to reflect the rising cost of living and ensure the children in care are fully supported.

Locations We Cover

Learn about all the different regions in which Fostering People cover.

Fostering in Bletchley

Are you interested in fostering in Bletchley? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Aberdeen with Fostering People

Are you interested in fostering in Aberdeen? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster carer.

Fostering in Birmingham

Are you interested in fostering in Birmingham? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Blackburn

Are you interested in fostering in Blackburn? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Chesterfield

Are you interested in fostering in Chesterfield? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster carer.

Fostering in Darlington

Are you interested in fostering in Darlington? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster carer.

Fostering in Barnsley

Are you interested in fostering in Barnsley? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Derby

Fostering in Leicester

Are you interested in fostering in Leicester? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster carer.

Fostering in Long Eaton

Are you interested in fostering in Long Eaton? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster carer.

Fostering in Loughborough

Are you interested in fostering in Loughborough? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster carer.

Fostering in Mansfield

Are you interested in fostering in Mansfield? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster carer.

Fostering in Nottingham

Are you interested in fostering in Nottingham? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster carer.

Fostering in Angus

Are you interested in fostering in Angus? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster carer.

Fostering In Cumbernauld

Are you interested in fostering in Cumbernauld? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster carer.

Fostering in Dundee

Are you interested in fostering in Dundee? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster carer.

Fostering In East Lothian

Are you interested in fostering in East Lothian? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster carer.

Fostering In Edinburgh

Are you interested in fostering in Edinburgh? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster carer.

Fostering in Falkirk

Are you interested in fostering in Falkirk? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster carer.

Fostering in Fife

Are you interested in fostering in Fife? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster carer.

Fostering in Forfar

Are you interested in fostering in Forfar? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster carer.

Glasgow

Fostering in Kirkcaldy

Are you interested in fostering in Kirkcaldy? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Mid Lothian

Are you interested in fostering in Mid Lothian? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster carer.

Fostering in Montrose

Are you interested in fostering in Montrose? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster carer.

Fostering in Perth

Are you interested in fostering in Perth? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster carer.

Fostering in Stirling

Are you interested in fostering in Stirling? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster carer.

Fostering in Stonehaven

Fostering in West Lothian

Are you interested in fostering in West Lothian? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster carer.

Fostering in Durham

Are you interested in fostering in Durham? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster carer.

Fostering In Gateshead

Are you interested in fostering in Gateshead? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster carer.

Fostering in Hartlepool

Are you interested in fostering in Hartlepool? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster carer.

Fostering in Middlesbrough

Are you interested in fostering in Middlesbrough? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster carer.

Fostering in Newcastle

Are you interested in fostering in Newcastle? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster carer.

Fostering in North Tyneside

Are you interested in fostering in North Tyneside? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster carer.

Fostering in Northumberland

Are you interested in fostering in Northumberland? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster carer.

Fostering in Redcar and Cleveland | Fostering People

Are you interested in fostering in Redcar and Cleveland? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster carer.

Fostering in South Tyneside

Fostering in Stockton on Tees

Are you interested in fostering in Stockton on Tees? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster carer.

Fostering in Sunderland

Are you interested in fostering in Sunderland? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster carer.

Fostering in Bradford

Are you interested in fostering in Bradford? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Doncaster

Are you interested in fostering in Doncaster? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Halifax

Are you interested in fostering in Halifax? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Huddersfield

Are you interested in fostering in Huddersfield? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Leeds

Are you interested in fostering in Leeds? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Sheffield

Are you interested in fostering in Sheffield? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Wakefield

Are you interested in fostering in Wakefield? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Blackpool

Are you interested in fostering in Blackpool? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Bolton

Are you interested in fostering in Bolton? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Chester

Are you interested in fostering in Chester? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Chorley

Are you interested in fostering in Chorley? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Lancashire

Are you interested in fostering in Lancashire? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Liverpool

Are you interested in fostering in Liverpool? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Manchester

Are you interested in fostering in Manchester? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Merseyside

Are you interested in fostering in Merseyside? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Oldham

Are you interested in fostering in Oldham? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Preston

Are you interested in fostering in Preston? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Rochdale

Are you interested in fostering in Rochdale? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Salford

Are you interested in fostering in Salford? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Sefton

Are you interested in fostering in Sefton? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in St Helens

Are you interested in fostering in St Helens? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Stockport

Are you interested in fostering in Stockport? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Tameside

Are you interested in fostering in Tameside? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Trafford

Are you interested in fostering in Trafford? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Warrington

Are you interested in fostering in Warrington? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Wigan

Are you interested in fostering in Wigan? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Wirral

Are you interested in fostering in Wirral? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Bromsgrove

Are you interested in fostering in Bromsgrove? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Coventry

Are you interested in fostering in Coventry? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Dudley

Are you interested in fostering in Dudley? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Sandwell

Are you interested in fostering in Sandwell? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Shrewsbury

Are you interested in fostering in Shrewsbury? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Solihull

Are you interested in fostering in Solihull? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Stafford

Are you interested in fostering in Stafford? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Stoke on Trent

Are you interested in fostering in Stoke on Trent? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Tamworth

Are you interested in fostering in Tamworth? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Telford

Are you interested in fostering in Telford? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Walsall

Are you interested in fostering in Walsall? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Warwick

Are you interested in fostering in Warwick? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Wolverhampton

Are you interested in fostering in Wolverhampton? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Worcester

Are you interested in fostering in Worcester? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Corby

Are you interested in fostering in Corby? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Daventry

Are you interested in fostering in Daventry? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Kettering

Are you interested in fostering in Kettering? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Milton Keynes

Are you interested in fostering in Milton Keynes? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Market Harborough

Are you interested in fostering in Market Harborough? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Northampton

Are you interested in fostering in Northampton? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Peterborough

Are you interested in fostering in Peterborough? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Wellingborough

Are you interested in fostering in Wellingborough? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering in Rotherham

Are you interested in fostering in Rotherham? Find out more about how our fostering team can help you to become a foster parent.

Fostering near you

Can I foster? | Fostering Eligibility Quiz

Find out if you're eligible to become a foster parent, take the quiz to find out a bit about how you fit as a foster carer and what the next steps look like.

Careers

As part of the Polaris Community – one of the UK’s largest communities of children’s services – we offer a wide range of job opportunities.

Form F Assessors

If you have experience in social work and writing assessments, then find out more about becoming a Form F Assessor at Fostering People.

Kidszone

Kidszone is just for young people who are in care with Fostering People or live in a family that foster, get involved with Fostering People today.

Kidszone Guide

New to care? So...you might be feeling nervous, and not know much right now but that’s okay, we’ve got you covered. Download a guide to living in a foster family with Fostering People.

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Feedback Forms

Your feedback is important to us and your carers. We use it to help us provide support to your carers and it also goes towards a review that your carers have each year. You will be asked to complete this feedback each year for your carers review, after a period of respite and again if your placement is coming to an end with your current carers.

Children's in Care Feedback Form

Children's Feedback form - Your feedback is really important to us. Please answer the questions below so we know how you are getting living with your foster family.

Birth Children's Feedback Form

Your feedback is really important to us. We want to know how you are getting on living in a family that fosters, if your a birth child, your adopted or even if you use to be in foster care, but now live with your family permanently.

Young People in Care Feedback Form

Your feedback is really important to us. We want to know how you are getting on living in a family that fosters, if your a birth child, your adopted or even if you use to be in foster care, but now live with your family permanently.

Feedback Form For Older Birth Children

Feedback form for older birth children.

Adult Birth Children's Feedback Form

Adult birth children's feedback form

Do you have any worries or concerns?

Do you have any worries or concerns as a foster child or a young person? Let us know.

Children's Commissioner

Here you'll find information from the Children's Commissioner about 'Help at Hand'.

Online safety

It can be difficult to know what to do to keep yourself safe. Find out on how you can on stay safe online, social media, phones and cyberbullying.

Keeping In Touch Post Foster Care

Are you someone that used to be in foster care with Fostering People and have now reached independence? We would like to keep in touch with you to find out how things are going now you’re an adult.

Blogs, advice, support and news

We care about you and want to provide content that can support you as you work your way through foster care. Whether you're new to care or are worried about something at school, we want to support you.  

A guide for how to deal with bullies at school

When you’re being bullied at school it can be very hard to know to handle it. Here are some tips for dealing with bullies at school.

How to deal with anxiety at school no matter what you’re going through

Have you been thinking about missing school because of depression and anxiety? Then now’s the time to do something about it.

What to do if you’re confused about your sexuality or gender

Feeling confused about your gender or sexual orientation is a completely normal thing that affects a lot of teenagers. But if you’re feeling like this, you might think you’re alone. And you might struggle to talk about it.

How to proudly come out as LGBTQ+ at school

You’ve just learned something new about yourself, and you’re happy and excited to embrace it. We provide tips for how to come out as gay at school, to friends, and to family.

Looking After Yourself - Why It’s Important & Where to Get Help

Learning how to look after yourself well is one of the most important life skills that you can have.

What to do if you’re worried about how you look

Learn how to deal with negative self-talk, embrace your unique qualities, and focus on self-care practices that make you feel good inside and out.

7 Things to Do If You Feel Angry

If you are angry, there are some good things to do that will help you deal with feeling like this, stay in control, and manage how you react.

Boost Your Self-Confidence With These 7 Tips

If you're looking to boost your self-confidence and feel more at ease while tackling new challenges, We've got some suggestions that might help. Give these a shot and see how they work for you!

Staying Safe Online - Tips and Resources

We have some basic tips and resources that can help you stay safe online without sacrificing the fun and usefulness of technology.

Modern Slavery Statement

Our organisation continues to have a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and is committed to acting ethically and with integrity and transparency in all of our business dealings and relationships.

Privacy Notice

This privacy notice will inform you as to how we look after your personal data that you supply to us and tell you about your privacy rights and how the law protects you.

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Fostering Advice & Guides

Here at Fostering People, we want to provide the most up to date guides and advice to support carers that foster children. Our guides are designed to help you to strengthen your understanding of fostering. Check them out!

Fostering Process for Beginners

Download our guide, Getting Started: A Complete Guide to the Fostering Process to find out what’s involved in fostering a child, how to go about it and what to expect.

Disability and Mental Health - A Foster Parent’s Guide to Complex Needs

Download Disability and Mental Health: A Foster Parent’s Guide to Complex Needs to find out the best ways to support foster children with additional needs or mental health issues.

My family are thinking about fostering

Download our guide, my family are thinking about fostering: A complete guide for children to help prepare them for what to expect when a foster child lives in their family home.

Download Fostering People’s Transferring Handbook

Download our Transferring Handbook for everything you need to know about switching foster care agency and the benefits of working with Fostering People.