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It’s International Literacy Day! 📚 Reading together isn’t just about helping children develop their literacy skills – it...
08/09/2026

It’s International Literacy Day! 📚

Reading together isn’t just about helping children develop their literacy skills – it can also create opportunities for connection, conversation and shared moments. ✨

For children in foster care, a regular reading routine can help create familiarity and a sense of security, while giving foster carers another way to build relationships with the children and young people they care for. ❤️

If you’re a foster carer looking to encourage a love of books, BookTrust has a range of helpful resources, advice and ideas to make reading together enjoyable and accessible.

Find out more: https://bit.ly/3UGBjxD

“I firmly believe that if you don’t ask, you don’t get.” 💬 Is a young person in your care preparing to attend university...
03/09/2026

“I firmly believe that if you don’t ask, you don’t get.” 💬

Is a young person in your care preparing to attend university this autumn? Lena Smith, Cardiff University’s dedicated contact for care leavers, has shared her own advice on this big step and how to make the transition as smooth as possible. 📚

Read her thoughts on Thrive: https://bit.ly/4gvoOgV

Back to school: supporting children in foster care 📚 As a new school term approaches, foster carers may be thinking abou...
21/08/2026

Back to school: supporting children in foster care 📚

As a new school term approaches, foster carers may be thinking about how best to help the children and young people in their care settle back into education. 💭

For children in foster care, starting a new term can bring unique challenges. Our Fosterline advisors have shared their top tips for helping children feel supported and ready for the term ahead, including:

- Creating a stable and consistent routine
- Encouraging open conversations about school
- Working closely with schools and social workers
- Supporting individual interests and a love of learning
- Helping younger children develop language and thinking skills through reading
- Advocating for children’s educational needs and celebrating their achievements

Every child’s experience of education is different. With the right support, encouragement and advocacy, foster carers can help children feel more confident and able to thrive. 🌱

Read the full article for more advice and practical tips: https://bit.ly/45Ok80n

Thinking about fostering but not sure where to begin? Our website has lots of information for prospective foster carers,...
12/08/2026

Thinking about fostering but not sure where to begin?

Our website has lots of information for prospective foster carers, including the first steps to take, how to find a fostering service and and FAQs page with answers to some of the questions you might have. 💡

Our Fosterline advisers are also on hand to answer your questions and help you understand more about fostering. 📞

Find out more about becoming a foster carer: https://bit.ly/3S4rWHa

If you're thinking about becoming a foster carer, you're likely to have plenty of questions. That's why we're sharing an...
06/08/2026

If you're thinking about becoming a foster carer, you're likely to have plenty of questions. That's why we're sharing answers to some of the most common questions our Fosterline advisers receive. 💡

Q: I’m a newly approved foster carer and have birth/adopted children. How can I support my children when a foster child moves on?

A: Saying goodbye to a foster child can be emotional for everyone involved. Whatever the reason for a child moving on, it's important to prepare, communicate openly and make space for everyone to share their feelings.

Foster carers should seek support from their fostering team, family and friends, while also prioritising self-care. To help your own children understand the transition, acknowledge their emotions and encourage empathy for the foster child. Keep children informed in an age-appropriate way, create lasting memories through photos or memory books where appropriate, and discuss future contact with social workers if it is in the child's best interests.

If you have any questions about how best to support your children, our advisers are more than happy to help. Find the contact details here 👇

https://fosterline.info/

If you're thinking about becoming a foster carer, you're likely to have plenty of questions. That's why we're sharing an...
30/07/2026

If you're thinking about becoming a foster carer, you're likely to have plenty of questions. That's why we're sharing answers to some of the most common questions our Fosterline advisers receive. 💡

Q: I'm looking after my daughter's friend as her parents can't care for her at the moment, but I'm struggling to make ends meet. Is there any support available?

A: If you're caring for a child who isn't an immediate family member for 28 days or more, this may be classed as a private fostering arrangement. Your local authority must be told so they can check the arrangement is safe and suitable.

In most private fostering arrangements, the child's birth parent or legal guardian remains financially responsible. However, depending on the child's and your family's circumstances, the local authority may be able to provide support or carry out a child in need assessment. You may also be able to access benefits or other financial help.

If the child is looked after by the local authority, they may instead be assessed to live with you as a connected person or kinship foster carer, which could include a fostering allowance.

Find out more about private fostering and the support available at Fosterline, or contact our advisers for free, confidential advice. 👇

https://fosterline.info/

If you're thinking about becoming a foster carer, you're likely to have plenty of questions. That's why we're sharing an...
15/07/2026

If you're thinking about becoming a foster carer, you're likely to have plenty of questions. That's why we're sharing answers to some of the most common questions our Fosterline advisers receive. 💡

Q: As a prospective foster carer, how can I ensure my children are included in our fostering journey?

A: Foster carers' children are an important part of the fostering family and are considered throughout the assessment, approval and matching processes.

To help your children feel included:

• Talk openly about fostering and encourage them to share their thoughts and feelings.

• Provide reassurance if they feel anxious about a foster child joining the household.

• Share information in an age-appropriate way while respecting the foster child's privacy.

• Make time for one-to-one support and regular family discussions.

• Explain any differences in rules or routines to avoid misunderstandings.

• Explore additional support, such as groups or activities for children in fostering families.

• Involve them in welcoming a foster child by preparing a bedroom, choosing a welcome gift or showing them around the home.

Regular conversations can help children understand the needs of a child in care, build positive relationships, and ensure everyone feels valued and included throughout the fostering journey.

If you'd like to find out more about fostering, or have any questions about becoming a foster carer, our advisers are happy to help: https://bit.ly/4fc618l

📢 Calling fostering services in England! Do you know all the ways we can support your current and prospective foster car...
07/07/2026

📢 Calling fostering services in England! Do you know all the ways we can support your current and prospective foster carers?

☎️ Our experienced Fosterline advisors provide free, confidential, and impartial advice and information on all aspects of fostering to both current and potential foster carers via phone, email, and live chat.

📌 Our Find a Fostering Service tool allows those interested in fostering to find the services local to them with a quick postcode search.

🗓️ Our Fostering Events board can advertise your free to attend fostering information events to prospective foster carers.

To find out more, take a look at the fostering services section of our website ➡️ https://fosterline.info/fostering-services/

The summer holidays can be a wonderful time to make memories - but keeping children entertained for six weeks can feel l...
29/06/2026

The summer holidays can be a wonderful time to make memories - but keeping children entertained for six weeks can feel like a challenge!

If you're a foster carer looking for inspiration, we've pulled together a range of free and low-cost activity ideas to help keep children of all ages busy, learning and having fun. From outdoor adventures and crafts to reading challenges, cooking and local activities, there's something for everyone.

Take a look and start planning your summer together: https://bit.ly/4oZpj5C

☀️ What are your favourite summer holiday activities with the children in your care? Share your ideas in the comments!

🫶 Sunday is Father's Day, and while it can be a time of celebration for many, for children and young people in care it c...
16/06/2026

🫶 Sunday is Father's Day, and while it can be a time of celebration for many, for children and young people in care it can be a difficult reminder of loss, separation, or complex family relationships.

✍ In our blog post we look at ways foster carers can offer support and help children navigate the emotions and challenges this day may bring ➡️ https://bit.ly/4uvlwOm

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