The Fostering Landscape

The term ‘fostering landscape’ refers to the setting, in which foster care exists. Background information that’s useful if you’re keen to foster children. Find out what the current landscape looks like.

Addressing Doubts about Fostering

Have you got any niggling doubts about whether you could foster? Maybe you think you won’t ‘fit the bill’ or that some area of your background might exclude you. Learn about the requirements.

Understanding the Fostering Process

Before you make a firm enquiry about becoming a foster carer, you need to know how the process works. Find out what to expect, from your initial enquiry through to approval as a foster carer.

Post-Approval Process

The process of fostering varies, according to which agency you work with. This part of the guide explains what happens between being approved as a foster carer and welcoming your first child.

Key Information for Foster Carers

Thinking seriously about fostering children? If you are, you might have questions about issues such as the fostering regulations. Here are some of the main points foster carers need to know.

Foster Care Payments

If you’re considering the idea of fostering, what about the small matter of foster care payments? You will want an idea of the pay and allowances you’ll receive before you make a decision.

Frequently Asked Questions

Still unsure about something? Check our frequently asked questions. If your question isn’t featured, just ask us, and we’ll answer it.