Fostering in your everyday life

Every fostering journey is shared with partners, children, extended family and the people closest to you.

Explore what life in a fostering family can look like day‑to‑day, how birth children can be supported, and the ways families grow, adapt and strengthen together. It’s an honest look at routines, relationships and the support networks that help everyone feel confident and connected.

Renting doesn’t have to be a barrier to fostering. Learn more about the practical things tenants and landlords need to know about fostering, from getting permission to understanding space requirements and creating a stable home environment for children.

This guide is designed to give clarity and reassurance, helping everyone feel informed and comfortable with what fostering involves.

If you work in a school, council service or another public‑sector role, you might have more transferable skills than you realise.

Find out how your experience – from supporting families to working with diverse communities –  can make you a brilliant foster carer and learn about the local support available to help you balance fostering with your career, including flexible working and dedicated guidance.