Why choose us?

We’re a high-quality fostering organisation, recognised as ‘Outstanding’ by OFSTED.

Where Outstanding fostering meets cultural and faith-based care.

We’re a high-quality fostering organisation, recognised as ‘Outstanding’ by OFSTED, and one of the UK’s only independent fostering agency specialising in cultural and faith-based fostering placements.

Combined, these make us an ideal choice for anyone committed to making sure that the children in their care receive the very best support to develop and grow within families that share their beliefs, background and identity.

There are other good reasons to choose ACS.

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Open communication and a truly personal approach

As a small, friendly team we take time to get to know you. We’re able to tailor our training and support to your individual needs. You’ll also find we’re very open and good at communication, so you’ll always feel you’re in touch with our teams and with what’s going on.

Committed to diversity

All children have special needs, and so do foster parents. This is especially true for people of specific faiths or minority ethnic groups where cultural or religious requirements call for deeper knowledge and awareness. With a multi-cultural and multi-faith team, this is where we specialise, giving foster parents and children the reassurance and confidence that comes from personal understanding.

Speaking your language

We know that English isn’t always the first language of our foster parents, which is why our team can provide support in other languages.

Supporting you

All foster parents need support, sometimes around the clock and we’re here whenever you need us. You’ll be supported by a dedicated supervising social worker who knows you and your family, alongside access to a 24/7 helpline for out of hours helpline needs. Throughout the year, we run regular events and activities to help you connect with others and grow your support network. As a small agency with a genuine family feel, we offer local support where it matters.

Training and development opportunities

We offer comprehensive training all year, online and face-to-face, covering every aspect of fostering to help expand your knowledge and skills.

88%

Foster parent satisfaction

Outstanding

Ofsted report rating

3/4

Foster parents would recommend

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Rewards and incentives

Our foster parents benefit from a generous fostering allowance and bonuses recognising the job you do, and the expenses you run up. The amount depends on a lot of factors but varies from between £315 and £515 a week. You’ll also be entitled to certain tax exemptions and be entitled to receive any existing benefits you’re receiving.

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What our foster parents say about ACS

“They are there when you need them”.

“Support is always there when I need it even in an emergency”.

“Everyone at ACS are 100% available when seeking support and training is on-going for our own development”.

“The support you get is wonderful, really experienced people…”

“My supervising social worker is always there whenever we need her”.

Think you’d make a great foster parent?

Whether you’re ready to start your journey or just want to chat to an expert, we’re here to talk.

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You are required to have a spare bedroom that’s always available to a foster child. The spare room cannot be shared, and must be big enough to fit a single bed, a wardrobe and a chest of drawers.

Do you have a spare room?*

To be approved as a foster carer in the UK, you must be a British citizen or have the legal right to remain in the UK without restrictions that would prevent fostering.

Which of the following applies to you?*

How can we help you with your enquiry?*

The following questions are intended to help us understand your experience with children. Please note that prior experience is not required to become a foster carer, as full training will be provided.

Have you had children of your own?*

Do you have professional experience of working with children?*

Have you had any prior experience of fostering, such as being a foster parent or growing up in a fostering family?*

Have you ever adopted a child?*

Are you happy to receive regular fostering news from us?*

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First Name*

Last Name*

Phone Number*

Email Address*

Postcode*