Foster with us
Come direct to Wandsworth Council and make a real difference to local children’s lives.
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
Hope springs!
I always get excited at the thought of Spring! Swathes of cheery daffodils bring the promise of new life, colour and buzzing wildlife to our gardens. Like the Spring, ‘foster care’ offers children in desperate situations, a fresh start and the promise of a hopeful future.
Every opportunity a foster carer gives a child to try a new activity, develop a talent or interest and explore somewhere wild and wonderful; every encouraging word and celebration of an achievement - helps a child to flourish and feel hopeful for all they can become. This is the power of fostering.
If you have the skills and passion to nurture a child’s hope in their future - whether in the short- or long-term, we’d love to hear from you.
Call the Wandsworth Fostering team on 0208 8716666 or find us at: https://fostering.wandsworth.gov.uk/
Join our information event
Our next monthly information event is on Thursday 23 April 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.