What Do We Mean By Matching In Fostering?

When people first express interest in becoming foster carers, one of the frequent questions is: “How do we choose which child we will get?” The answer lies in a process called matching. What is Matching? Matching is the process of carefully considering how well a potential foster carer can meet the specific needs of a…

Responding to Rude or Unkind Language in Children

When your child’s language comes off as unfriendly, rude, or unkind, it’s important to avoid labelling them with phrases like, “You are so rude!” There are many reasons a child might behave in a way that seems disrespectful. For one, they may not realize how their behaviour is coming across – and this can happen…

Faith in Fostering

Being from a faith background is not an issue in fostering. What matters most is your ability to provide a stable and caring home for a child or young person in a genuinely supportive and non-judgmental way. We welcome enquiries from individuals of all faiths who are committed to fostering. Children from a variety of…

Essential Welcome For A Foster Child

When a child or young person is placed with a foster family, there are many things to consider, however the most important will be to understand their emotional landscape. What might they need to feel welcome, safe, cared for, as well as creating a positive bridge between family home and foster home? When a child…

Foster Care Fortnight 2025 – The Power of Relationships

Foster Care Fortnight 2025 – The Power of Relationships

Every child deserves someone who believes in them. During this year’s Foster Care Fortnight from 12th to 25th May, we’re celebrating the connections that make fostering possible—the powerful, life-changing relationships at the heart of every story. This year’s theme, The Power of Relationships, shines a spotlight on what truly matters in the fostering journey. Whether…

Children of Foster Carers Month 2024

It is the time of year that we get to celebrate some of the most important supporters of foster carers in their own home – the children of foster carers! We know that sometimes it is not easy to have to share your parents’ time, your toys, and even space in your home, so a…