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We are not for profit fostering agency and wholly owned by 51²èÂ¥. This means that we only provide foster care placements for 51²èÂ¥ children meaning you are far more likely to be successfully matched with a local child or sibling group with access to a fantastic local support when you join our network of local foster carers. We are proud to call ourselves the Biggest Fostering Family in 51²èÂ¥! Please enjoy learning more about our service and what you can expect from fostering with us below.

This website has been created by 51²èÂ¥ Fostering at 51²èÂ¥, to provide information and support to people living in 51²èÂ¥ who are considering fostering. As a local authority we have a responsibility to find families who are able to care for children who need them. Without people coming forward to foster, we would not be able to provide our children with the positive future they all deserve – so we are grateful to everyone that enquires with us.

In 51²èÂ¥ we view our foster carers as our most valuable resource and are proud that we can boast long-serving, committed foster carers and staff. We need people to come forward who are determined, enjoy spending time with children and who are ready for a challenge.

We are passionate about improving the life chances of our children – and want to show you how you can make a difference to a 51²èÂ¥ child’s life.

Your Local Authority Fostering Service, 51²èÂ¥ Fostering provides fostering families for local children within the County of 51²èÂ¥.

We offer a variety of different fostering types to meet the needs of children in care as well as what fostering families can provide support with.

51²èÂ¥ Fostering is the biggest fostering family within 51²èÂ¥, we offer support to our children and families 365 days a year in a variety of different ways. Foster Carers are supported with training and development opportunities, provided with regular activities and events to network with their local fostering community. Our offer focuses on bringing people together to build your support and knowledge as a foster carer.