How We Support Our Foster Families – Oakwood Fostering Website design

We believe that when foster carers are well-supported, children thrive.

Support for the Whole Fostering Family

Foster carers are empowered to make day-to-day decisions
Birth children of carers receive dedicated support
Allegations are handled with fairness, clarity and emotional care
Access to 24/7 professional support from expert staff

Professional Practice and Leadership

Supervision every month, with extra contact as needed
Professional development, mentoring and peer support
High-quality training delivered both online and in-person
Skilled, knowledgeable and compassionate staff team

Ethical, Inclusive Service Delivery

Transparent communication and financial fairness
A diverse and inclusive recruitment strategy
Prompt, reliable payments and expense processing

Financial Support

Clear and generous fostering allowances
Bridging payments between placements
Guidance on entitlements, policies and pay structures

Accountability and Continuous Improvement

Clear complaints and appeals processes
Regular reporting and outcome tracking
We celebrate the achievements of children and those who care for them

A place where everyone can thrive

Oakwood Fostering is more than a service, it’s a community. We work in partnership with local authorities, professionals, foster carers and birth families to ensure the best possible outcomes for children.

We are committed to creating a culture where every child feels safe, every carer feels valued and everyone involved in fostering has a role to play in creating a brighter, more secure future.

We know your name. We know your journey. You’re not a number here you’re part of our team.
Dedicated social worker and 24/7 support, whenever you need us.
Lifelong support for loving families, not just during a placement.
Training that empowers you, whether you’re new to fostering or highly experienced.
Care shaped around the child, including cultural and faith-sensitive matching when needed.
We invest in people who transform children’s lives and we stand by them for the long haul.

For Muslim families considering fostering

We are especially welcoming Muslim families for Muslim children to help ensure every child can grow up with the connection, culture and care that makes them feel at home.

But no matter your background, if you have the heart to foster, we have the support to help you thrive.

We’re ready when you are. Contact us today