Greater London Fostering

About

This independent fostering agency operates throughout London and surrounding areas including Essex, Kent, and Surrey, focusing on placing children who cannot remain with their birth families into stable, caring homes. The organization works with prospective foster carers from diverse backgrounds, providing comprehensive support from initial inquiry through ongoing placements. They actively recruit carers across all London boroughs, with particular emphasis on keeping children connected to their existing schools, friends, and local communities during placement transitions. Founded by an experienced professional with over two decades in the fostering sector, the agency emphasizes building strong relationships between carers, children, and support staff. They offer dedicated supervising social workers for each household, continuous training programs, and after-hours support to ensure foster families never feel isolated. Financial assistance includes weekly payments of £479.50 for children aged 10 and under, and £507.50 for those 11 and older, covering both care costs and recognition payments. The agency maintains an "Outstanding" rating and welcomes applications from individuals regardless of prior childcare experience, requiring primarily a spare bedroom and commitment to providing safe, stable care. They also recruit specifically for baby placements where bedroom requirements may be more flexible, and offer informal consultations to help potential carers understand the fostering process and determine suitability.