Fostering in England: Become a Foster Parent Today
Since 2015, Family Fostering Partners have been supporting individuals and families to make a difference to the lives of children by fostering in England.
How To Become a Foster Parent
At Family Fostering Partners, we support new foster parents, those considering switching agencies, and individuals with years of fostering experience. Learn about fostering a child in the UK.
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We know that fostering can be rewarding yet challenging. That's why you deserve an agency which will support you so that you can concentrate on making a huge difference to the lives of children.
Why Choose Us?
With years of experience, we’re one of the leading foster care agencies in England dedicated to matching children with safe, loving homes. Our warm, family-oriented approach ensures the best outcomes for both foster parents and children.
Fostering in England with Family Fostering Partners
About Family Fostering Partners
Family Fostering Partners is proud to be a family-run agency built on a foundation of care, compassion, and community. We believe fostering in England is about more than just placements – it’s about creating meaningful connections and providing children with the safe, loving homes they deserve.
Our family-focused approach shapes everything we do, from recruiting and training foster parents to working closely with local authorities across England. We take the time to match each child with the right foster family, ensuring they receive the stability and support they need to thrive. Learn more about us.
Support Offered When Fostering a Child in the UK
Deciding to start fostering a child in the UK is a life-changing step, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. At Family Fostering Partners, we provide all the guidance and resources you need to thrive as a foster parent.
We provide a comprehensive foster parent training programme tailored to your support needs and the unique needs of the children in your care. We offer free membership to FosterTalk, a fantastic organisation that offers expert advice, round-the-clock support, and access to discounts and savings. Find out more about the support we offer our foster carers.
How to Foster a Child in the UK
Become a Foster Parent
Starting your fostering journey might feel overwhelming, but we’re here to make it as simple as possible. Our detailed guide to fostering in England takes you through every stage—from understanding the initial requirements to completing the foster care assessment process.
We explain what’s involved step by step, covering everything from your first enquiry to meeting with your dedicated social worker, and ultimately preparing for your fostering panel. With Family Fostering Partners, you’ll feel confident and fully supported as you navigate foster care in England. Ready to take the first step? Find out more about becoming a foster parent.
Transfer to Us
With over a decade of experience, Family Fostering Partners has built a strong reputation for providing foster care in England. Our team of managers, link workers, and administrators have worked in foster care for many years and have a wealth of combined experience in providing high-quality care services.
If you’re considering transferring to a new fostering agency, we understand that the process can seem daunting. That’s why we offer personalised guidance to ensure a seamless transition, allowing you to continue making a positive impact on children’s lives without interruption. Learn more about transferring to our agency.
Payments for Fostering in England
One of the most common questions we hear from people considering fostering a child in the UK is, “Will I be financially supported?” It’s a fair question—opening your home to a child is a big commitment, and we believe foster carers deserve to be valued for their incredible work. That’s why we provide a competitive fostering allowance to all our foster carers in England. You can find out more about foster carer pay.
What You Need to Know About Foster Care in England
Who Can Foster?
There are many misconceptions about fostering a child in the UK, but at Family Fostering Partners, we focus on what truly matters: your personal qualities and passion for helping children thrive. Fostering is open to everyone, regardless of your background, relationship status, or whether you rent or own your home. Having the commitment, compassion, and ability to offer a stable, loving home for a child in need is paramount. To learn more about the qualities and requirements, visit our Who Can Foster guide.
Why Foster?
More vulnerable children enter care each year, and foster carers from all walks of life are needed to provide safe, loving homes. By fostering in England, you can give children and young people who can’t live with their birth families the stability and care they need to thrive.
People across the UK choose fostering a child for many reasons—whether it’s to provide stability, give back to their community, or develop new skills. Whatever your reason, fostering offers the chance to make a lasting, positive impact on a child’s life. Explore the different types of fostering to find the right fit for you.
Start Fostering in England with Family Fostering Partners
Fostering is a journey of growth, learning, and creating a lasting impact in a child’s life. At Family Fostering Partners, we’re with you every step of the way—from understanding what’s involved to welcoming a child into your home and navigating the rewards and challenges of fostering. With comprehensive training and ongoing support, we’ll ensure you feel prepared, confident, and truly valued as a foster carer.
If you’re ready to take the first step in fostering a child in the UK, fill out the contact form today.
Areas We Cover
Fostering in England
After years of incredible work across Wales, we knew it was time to expand and make our services more accessible in England. Whether you’re new to fostering in England or an experienced foster carer looking to switch agencies, our website is full of helpful information to guide your next steps. With the right support and resources, we’re here to help you transform young lives across the country.
Fostering in Wales
Family Fostering Partners started in Wales, in 2015, and has been proudly supporting foster parents across the country ever since. If you’re thinking about fostering a child in Wales, our Welsh website has everything you need to get started. With unmatched support and resources, we’re here to help you make a real difference in young lives.
Family Fostering Partners is a service which clearly places children’s well-being at the centre of everything it does. Children experience good quality care from skilled, dedicated foster carers who provide stability and suitable responses to children’s needs. Children’s education and health is prioritised and both foster carers and staff are strong advocates for children’s rights. The agency places a high value on supporting foster carers to develop their resilience and skills through comprehensive training and fortnightly visits to foster homes. There is a team of dedicated and enthusiastic staff who themselves are well supported by a knowledgeable and committed management team.
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