Southampton City Council Fostering Service

Southampton City Council Fostering Service A page for anyone with an interest in fostering in or around the Southampton area. There is a UK wide shortage of fostering households. Fostering recruitment.

This page aims to raise the awareness of the need for more carers to look after some of societies most vulnerable children and young people. A page for anyone with an interest in fostering or adoption in or around the Southampton area. Information on fostering recruitment events, training, legislation, and relevant articles.

LGBTQ+ and want to find out more about fostering and adoption? Sign up for New Family Social webinar next week! Details ...
03/09/2026

LGBTQ+ and want to find out more about fostering and adoption? Sign up for New Family Social webinar next week! Details in the post.

LGBTQ+ in the UK? Thinking about adopting or fostering in 2026? Find out more about the process from people who've already done it, at our online seminar specifically for people from our community.

Takes place online 08 September. Join us for free as a Bronze member to register and find out more.



https://newfamilysocial.org.uk/event-6481049

03/09/2026
02/09/2026

There is still time to register for Adopt South's online information session this evening! Find out more in the post below.

Our Fostering Recruitment Team had a great day at Southampton Pride yesterday and spoke to lots of lovely people about f...
30/08/2026

Our Fostering Recruitment Team had a great day at Southampton Pride yesterday and spoke to lots of lovely people about fostering!

They are back again today! You'll find them in the Market Village in the Guildhall until 5pm. Free entry.

Come along and say hello! 👋🌈

Fostering South East


All set up and ready to talk about fostering in Southampton Guildhall at Southampton Pride today, and tomorrow! We encou...
29/08/2026

All set up and ready to talk about fostering in Southampton Guildhall at Southampton Pride today, and tomorrow!

We encourage LGBTQ+ individuals and couples to foster with Southampton City Council. Having foster carers with different skills, knowledge and life experiences is important as our children and young people are from a wide variety of backgrounds with different reasons for being in care.

Start your fostering journey today!

Entry is free to Southampton Pride. 🌈

Fostering South East


You'll find our Fostering Recruitment Team in the Guildhall today at Southampton Pride! Start your fostering journey tod...
29/08/2026

You'll find our Fostering Recruitment Team in the Guildhall today at Southampton Pride! Start your fostering journey today!

You cannot rain on our parade! Pride is still happening - so bring your umbrellas and macs and lets have a great weekend!

Our Fostering Recruitment Team will be hosting a fostering information stall in the Market Village in the Guildhall at S...
28/08/2026

Our Fostering Recruitment Team will be hosting a fostering information stall in the Market Village in the Guildhall at Southampton Pride tomorrow and Sunday! Do come along and say hello!

Fostering South East

26/08/2026
25/08/2026

LGBTQ+ in the UK? Thinking about adopting or fostering in 2026? Find out more about the process from people who've already done it, at our online seminar specifically for people from our community.

Takes place online 08 September. Join us for free as a Bronze member to register and find out more.



https://newfamilysocial.org.uk/event-6481049

Get the kettle on and have a listen to New Family Social's 'Adoption, Fostering and Tea' podcasts from LGBTQ+ adopters, ...
20/08/2026

Get the kettle on and have a listen to New Family Social's 'Adoption, Fostering and Tea' podcasts from LGBTQ+ adopters, foster carers and Special Guardians!

Need some fresh listening this August? Check out our podcast. Adoption, Fostering & Tea showcases stories from LGBTQ+ adopters, foster carers and special guardians from across the UK. There's now over 100 episodes to savour while you catch up! Check it out on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Deezer or wherever you get your podcasts from. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🎧

https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/adoption-fostering-tea-the-new-family-social-podcast/id151150442

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Southampton
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Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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+448005191818

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