What fostering actually is
Caring for someone else's child in your own home, for a weekend or until adulthood, with your council alongside you the whole way.
Read moreLondon's children need foster homes in London.
Open up your home to a young person in London. London's councils are working together to find homes for children close to their school, their friends and everything else they know.
Fostering explained
Fostering isn't about being extraordinary. It's the everyday things you already do, listening, showing up, keeping a routine steady, shared with a child who needs them.
Most people who rule themselves out are wrong about why.
“I'm too old.”
There's no upper age limit. You need to be over 21.
“I rent.”
Renting is fine. You need a spare bedroom.
“I'm single.”
Single, married, partnered, divorced — all welcome.
“I work full time.”
Many carers work. Some kinds of fostering fit around a job.
“I've no experience.”
You'll be trained, assessed and supported the whole way.
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Upcoming events
Drop-in sessions, online talks and coffee mornings across London. Come with questions, leave with answers, no commitment either way.
09
Nov
Foster South East London
Fostering Discovery Hour in Southwark
Camberwell Library, 1.30pm to 2.30pm
Discover the difference you could make at a Fostering Discovery Hour - a friendly, informal drop-in session to learn more about fostering, ask questions and hear how you can support children in Southwark.
09
Nov
Foster South East London
Bromley fostering information event
Online, 6pm to 7.30pm
Are you curious about fostering and how you can make a difference in the lives of children who need a safe and loving home? Bromley's fostering information events are the perfect starting point.
10
Nov
Foster with South West London
Sutton fostering information session
Civic Office, St Nicholas Way Sutton SM1 1EA, 11am to 12pm
If you’re curious about fostering or thinking about taking the next step, join us at one of our events and find out more.
11
Nov
Foster with South West London
Merton fostering information session
Morden Library, Merton Civic Centre, London Rd, Morden SM4 5DX, 12.30pm to 2pm
If you’re curious about fostering or thinking about taking the next step, join us at one of our events and find out more.
Speak to us
If you’d like to know more about fostering with your local council, fill in this form. No matter which stage you’re at, one of our team would be happy to chat to you.