We believe you can foster
If you live in the North of England and are interested in fostering a child, we're here to help. We cover the entire North East and Yorkshire areas, including Northumberland, Newcastle, Sunderland, Middlesbrough, Durham, Gateshead, Teeside, the Humber and north Lincolnshire.
Here at Barnardo's Fostering North England, our team of experienced, dedicated social workers will support you throughout the whole of your fostering journey. Our OFSTED grade is good.
The rewards are huge. Knowing you make a difference to a child's life is something that will stay with you forever.
With activities and events where you can interact with other carers, this may be the positive change you are looking for.
Get in touch
We can talk you through the fostering process and answer all your questions.
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fill in our simple online form here or below
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call us on 0800 652 8045
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email us at [email protected]
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visit our Facebook page
Foster a child
There are many different reasons why families start to foster but they all wish to make a difference to the lives of children and young people in care.
Real-life experiences
Read the stories and experiences of the children, young people and families that work with us.
Fostering process
Deciding to foster is a big decision to make. But we’re here to help you every step of the way. We answer some of your most common questions – from what the process for becoming a foster carer is, the different types of fostering, and who the children who need fostering are.