Foster with us
Come direct to Wandsworth Council and make a real difference to local children’s lives.
Happy New Year
Make just one meaningful New Year’s resolution in 2026 that will change a child’s life and yours!
As we welcome this new year, may we face it with hope and purpose. We invite you to consider making the most meaningful impact to a child, by becoming a foster carer. Foster carers have the transformative power of caring for children during the most challenging and tragic periods when their own parents can’t. The kindness, safety and stability you offer a child will protect their precious lives, nurture their potential and help them to thrive.
To make a real difference in 2026, call 0208 8716 666 or make an enquiry.
Why foster with Wandsworth
As a local authority, we focus on achieving the best outcomes for children in our care and not on making profit. When you foster with us there are many benefits, including:
- A straightforward process, taking 16 to 20 weeks on average
- Placements offered to you first, ahead of agency carers
- Competitive fees and allowances
- Dedicated social worker support
- Comprehensive training
Latest updates
Join our information event
Our next monthly information event is on 22 January 2026. It’s a chance to find out more about fostering from one of our social workers or foster parents. See how you can join our events.