Come join our outstanding family

Welcome to the National Fostering Agency.

Recently awarded 'Outstanding' in all areas by Ofsted. We've been finding loving foster parents to improve children's lives for decades. Join our award-winning community today.

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Let’s talk!

Fill out our contact form to discover all there is to know about becoming a foster parent. We’ll give you a call, answer your questions, and go from there.

Or if you’re free now, why not give us a call on 0800 044 3030.

We can’t wait to hear from you.

What would you like to know?

Caring for a child is one of the most rewarding opportunities life offers. To find out what it means to have the support of one of the UK’s most experienced agencies, select your questions from the list below.

Can I be a foster parent?

Most likely! It doesn’t matter if you’re married, cohabiting, single or divorced. As long as you or your partner are available full time (or flexible part time if you’re alone), own or rent a home and have a bedroom exclusively for your foster child, your application is welcome.

Find out more on our Fostering page.

What support is in place for me?

You’ll never have to feel you’re on your own when you work with us. Your support network will include a dedicated, professionally qualified supervising social worker, trained mentors, local peer-to-peer support groups and much, much more. We work with you every step of the way, and if you ever need a hand, professional 24-hour support is only a phone call away.

You’ll get monthly visits and weekly calls from your supervising social worker to guide you. And we’ll provide local training to enhance your personal skills and competencies. Plus you’ll get great financial support and invitations to annual social activities.

We’re confident you’ll feel at home making a difference with us. And so are a number of independent award bodies. We’ve been awarded the Investors in People Gold Award, as well as the Customer Service Excellence Award and the Leading Improvements for Looked After Children Award - so you’re in very safe hands.

Find out more about our service on our Support & Training page.

How do we make sure the children are happy?

We have a dedicated Quality Assurance team and management system, which we continually update and refine. Our methods, policies and procedures make sure everyone involved - the children, foster parents and local authorities - are all satisfied to the highest possible standard.

Working together, we promote continuous improvements based on developing research, practices and legislation. We offer advice and support at all times and at all levels, and work hard to meet the needs of you and your foster children.

Find out more on our Quality Assurance page.

How does Reward Club work?

Your good deeds don’t go unnoticed. We have a series of special treats for when you sign up like-minded individuals who want to start foster families of their own.

Reward Club is our exclusive programme for saying thanks to carers who go the extra mile. You’ll be awarded points to spend on shopping and experiences of your choice, from a wide range of brands. Maybe you’d like to take your foster family to Alton Towers or Gulliver’s Kingdom. Or perhaps a trip to Toys R Us, HMV or Argos is in store. It’s all up to you.

Find out more on our Reward Club page.