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Fostering in the West Midlands
Looking to foster in the West Midlands with an Ofsted Outstanding agency? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life.
Fostering in the North West
Looking to foster in the North West with an Ofsted Outstanding agency? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life.
Fostering in the East Midlands
Looking to foster in the East Midlands with an Ofsted Outstanding agency? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life.
Fostering in Yorkshire
Looking to foster in the East Midlands with an Ofsted Outstanding agency? Find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life.
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Fostering in Birmingham
Looking to foster in Birmingham? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Blackburn
Looking to foster in Blackburn? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Blackpool
Looking to foster in Blackpool? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Bolton
Looking to foster in Bolton? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Bradford
Looking to foster in Bradford? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Bromsgrove
Looking to foster in Bromsgrove? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Bury
Looking to foster in Bury? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Burnley
Looking to foster in Burnley? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Coventry
Looking to foster in Conventry? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Derby
Looking to foster in Derby? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Dudley
Looking to foster in Dudley? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Halifax
Looking to foster in Halifax? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Huddersfield
Looking to foster in Huddersfield? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Leeds
Looking to foster in Leeds? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Leicester
Looking to foster in Leicester? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Liverpool
Looking to foster in Liverpool? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Greater Manchester
Looking to foster in Greater Manchester? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Merseyside
Looking to foster in Merseyside? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Nottingham
Looking to foster in Nottingham? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Oldbury
Looking to foster in Oldbury? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Oldham
Looking to foster in Oldham? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Rochdale
Looking to foster in Rochdale? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Sandwell
Looking to foster in Sandwell? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Shrewsbury
Looking to foster in Shrewsbury? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Solihull
Looking to foster in Solihull? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Stafford
Looking to foster in Stafford? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Stockport
Looking to foster in Stockport? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Tameside
Looking to foster in Tameside? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Stoke-on-Trent
Looking to foster in Stoke-on-Trent? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Tamworth
Looking to foster in Tamworth? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Telford
Looking to foster in Telford? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Trafford
Looking to foster in Trafford? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Wakefield
Looking to foster in Wakefield? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Walsall
Looking to foster in Walsall? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Warrington
Looking to foster in Warrington? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Warwick
Looking to foster in Warwick? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Wolverhampton
Looking to foster in Wolverhampton? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
Fostering in Worcester
Looking to foster in Worcester? To find out more about fostering and the enduring difference you could make to a child's life, our dedicated team is waiting to talk to you.
What is fostering?
FAQ's
Why foster?
Who can foster?
Is there an age limit for foster parents?
Can I foster with a disability?
Single foster parents
Can I work and foster?
Spare bedroom
Can I foster if I have pets?
The simple answer is yes you can. Our foster families that have pet often highlight the benefits their fury or not so fury friends can be.
Foster Care and Religion - Faith-based Fostering
We believe that the best outcomes for children are achieved by finding foster parents who best understand the needs and experiences of the children in their care. That's why we specialise in cultural and faith-based fostering. Become a foster parent with ACS.
Foster a Muslim child
Interested in fostering a Muslim child? Our goal is simple - to give every child we care for the best start in life with foster parents who can provide not only a caring home, but by meeting their individual cultural and religious needs.
Foster a Sikh child
Foster a Christian Child
Interested in fostering a Christian child? Our goal is simple - to give every child we care for the best start in life with foster parents who can provide not only a caring home, but by meeting their individual cultural and religious needs.
Foster a Jewish Child
Foster a Catholic Child
Types of fostering
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Andrew
Rubina
Ildiko
Asia
Sumayya
Anisa
Stephanie
Nasreen
John
Mohammed
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News & Blogs
Foster Children raise money to help the homeless
ACS celebrate 50 years since man landed on the moon
2019 Foster Parent Survey
Black History Month 2019
Celebrating Foster Carer Appreciation Day
What is Diwali?
Stress Awareness Day - How Faith Can Help
What is Hanukkah?
The word Hanukkah (Chanukah) means ‘Dedication’ in Hebrew and it celebrates a miracle that happened in Jerusalem over 2000 years ago. Judaism follows a lunar calendar, so holiday dates shift every year either in November or December and lasts for 8 days.
ACS are rated 'Outstanding' in latest Ofsted Inspection
What is Shrove Tuesday and Lent
Let's talk about our finances.
Our Response to COVID -19
Fostering Assessments with ACS during social distancing
Ramadan 2020
Sumayya reflects on a very different Ramadan during Covid-19
Welcome to Ramadan
Events
Virtual Information Events
Online Fostering Information Event
Join us on Wednesday 7th April at 7pm to find out more about fostering with ACS. Find out more.
Online Fostering Evening - Monday 28th June
If you'd like to know more about becoming a foster parent, our informal online informations sessions are really helpful. Just from the comfort of your own home over a cuppa.
Online Fostering Information Evening - Monday 16th August
We're hosting an online Fostering Information Evening on Monday 16th August at 7pm. If you are new to fostering, this is an ideal opportunity to find out more about the children we care for, what fostering involves and about us, ACS and how we are different from many other fostering providers.
Online Fostering Information Evening - Monday 20th September
We're hosting an online Fostering Information Evening on Monday 20th September at 7pm. If you are new to fostering, this is an ideal opportunity to find out more about the children we care for, what fostering involves and about us, ACS and how we are different from many other fostering providers.
Online Fostering Information Evening - Monday 18th October
We're hosting an online Fostering Information Evening on Monday 28th June at 7pm. If you are new to fostering, this is an ideal opportunity to find out more about the children we care for, what fostering involves and about us, ACS and how we are different from many other fostering providers.
Online Fostering Information Evening - Monday 15th November
We're hosting an online Fostering Information Evening on Monday 15th November at 7pm. If you are new to fostering, this is an ideal opportunity to find out more about the children we care for, what fostering involves and about us, ACS and how we are different from many other fostering providers.
Online Fostering Information Event - Monday 20th December
We're hosting an online Fostering Information Evening on Monday 20th December at 7pm. If you are new to fostering, this is an ideal opportunity to find out more about the children we care for, what fostering involves and about us, ACS and how we are different from many other fostering providers.
Online Fostering Information Evening - 17th January
We're hosting an online Fostering Information Evening on Monday 17th January at 7pm. If you are new to fostering, this is an ideal opportunity to find out more about the children we care for, what fostering involves and about us, ACS and how we are different from many other fostering providers.
Online Fostering Information Evening - Monday 21st February
We're hosting an online Fostering Information Evening on Monday 21st February at 7pm. If you are new to fostering, this is an ideal opportunity to find out more about the children we care for, what fostering involves and about us, ACS and how we are different from many other fostering providers.
Online Fostering Information Evening - Monday 21st March
We're hosting an online Fostering Information Evening on Monday 21st March at 7pm. If you are new to fostering, this is an ideal opportunity to find out more about the children we care for, what fostering involves and about us, ACS and how we are different from many other fostering providers.
Online Fostering Information Evening - Monday 25th April
We're hosting an online Fostering Information Evening on Monday 25th April at 7pm. If you are new to fostering, this is an ideal opportunity to find out more about the children we care for, what fostering involves and about us, ACS and how we are different from many other fostering providers.
Online Fostering Information Evening - Monday 16th May
We're hosting an online Fostering Information Evening on Monday 16th May at 7pm. If you are new to fostering, this is an ideal opportunity to find out more about the children we care for, what fostering involves and about us, ACS and how we are different from many other fostering providers.
Online Fostering Information Evening - Monday 20th June
We're hosting an online Fostering Information Evening on Monday 20th June at 7pm. If you are new to fostering, this is an ideal opportunity to find out more about the children we care for, what fostering involves and about us, ACS and how we are different from many other fostering providers.
Fostering Information Evening - Monday 18th July
We're hosting an online Fostering Information Evening on Monday 18th July at 7pm. If you are new to fostering, this is an ideal opportunity to find out more about the children we care for, what fostering involves and about us, ACS and how we are different from many other fostering providers.
Online Fostering Information Evening - Monday 15th August
We're hosting an online Fostering Information Evening on Monday 15th August at 7pm. If you are new to fostering, this is an ideal opportunity to find out more about the children we care for, what fostering involves and about us, ACS and how we are different from many other fostering providers.
Online Fostering Information Evening - Monday 19th September
We're hosting an online Fostering Information Evening on Monday 19th September at 7pm. If you are new to fostering, this is an ideal opportunity to find out more about the children we care for, what fostering involves and about us, ACS and how we are different from many other fostering providers.
Online Fostering Information Evening - Monday 17th October
We're hosting an online Fostering Information Evening on Monday 17th October at 7pm. If you are new to fostering, this is an ideal opportunity to find out more about the children we care for, what fostering involves and about us, ACS and how we are different from many other fostering providers.
Online Fostering Information Evening - Monday 21st November
We're hosting an online Fostering Information Evening on Monday 21st November at 7pm. If you are new to fostering, this is an ideal opportunity to find out more about the children we care for, what fostering involves and about us, ACS and how we are different from many other fostering providers.
Fostering Information Evening - Monday 12th December
We're hosting an online Fostering Information Evening on Monday 12th December at 7pm. If you are new to fostering, this is an ideal opportunity to find out more about the children we care for, what fostering involves and about us, ACS and how we are different from many other fostering providers.
Foster parents
Sabbir Ahmed
Ildiko and Daniel Meszoly
Karen Campbell
Marva and Lionel Warmington
Nasreen Amin
“My advice to anyone considering fostering is to go for it! It’s a very rewarding journey”
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Foster a black child
There has never been a better time to become a foster parent for ACS. Did you know there are 79,000 children in foster care, of which over a quarter are Black and Asian.