Fostering

Join Enfield's fostering family

Giving our children a better future

How we support you to foster

To help you prepare for becoming a foster carer, we offer support at every stage of the application process and in your role as a foster carer.

Types of foster placements

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It is important for us to find foster carers in Enfield who can help maintain stability in the lives and relationships of young people.

How much can I get paid

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As well as an excellent package of support, we offer foster care allowances that can amount to over £500 per week.

Fostering information pack

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Useful information and documents about fostering.

Foster carer stories

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Read our latest foster carer stories and testimonies.

Fostering guidelines

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Not sure if you are eligible? Read our fostering guidelines to help you decide.

Veronica's fostering journey

Watch our video about Veronica, a foster carer for Enfield Council.

View more videos Veronica's fostering journey