What is Fostering?
Hull Fostering is part of Hull City Council, which means we’re not for profit, and we put children first in everything we do.
Fostering means opening your home and your heart to a child or young person who cannot live with their birth family. Foster carers provide safety, stability, and care during some of the most important moments in a child’s life.
Fostering doesn't always mean a long-term commitment, it can include -
- caring for days or months during key transitions
- ongoing care until adulthood
- when a child needs immediate, short-term support
- supporting young parents and their babies
- giving other foster carers or families a break
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Apply to be a foster carer
From initial enquiry to after approval, Hull Fostering is here to support and guide you through every step -
How fostering works
Foster carers play a crucial role in a child’s life, offering them stability, love, and guidance -
Support and training
We provide life-long support, guidance, and a community of carers who walk this journey with you -
Work and foster
Becoming a foster-friendly workplace makes a real difference in the lives of foster carers and children -
Payments and allowances
Financial support is provided to help carers provide care and support to children -
Foster stories and updates
We regularly share updates on fostering activities and outcomes on our website
"Living with my foster family has been really fun. We go on trips to the trampoline park and have movie nights. I feel safe and happy here."
Fostering stories
Non-Profit vs. Independent Fostering Agencies
Fostering is such a noble and essential service, giving vulnerable children the stability and care they need. But did you know there’s a big difference between non-profit local authorities like Hull Fostering and independent fostering agencies (IFAs)? Both aim to support children, but the financial side of things can be quite different.
The True Cost of FosteringContact us
There are many ways you can contact us -
- by completing our enquiry form (opens in new window)
- via email at fostering@hullcc.gov.uk
- by calling 01482 612 800
- by coming to our office
- on social media
Find us
Kenworthy House
George Street
Hull
HU1 3DT
Monday to Friday - 8.30am to 5pm
Latest news
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When people look around Foster Fest, they'll see children laughing, families making memories, music filling the air and activities around every corner.
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The People Behind Foster Fest, Part Four: The Voices Bringing Our Festival to Life
The voices, the laughter and the people bringing Foster Fest to life Ask anyone what makes a festival feel like a festival and they'll probably give you the same answer. The music.
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Part 3 - Behind the Scenes of Foster Fest: Supporting local businesses, celebrating local talent
One of the things we're especially proud of at Foster Fest is the number of local independent businesses who have chosen to be part of the day.
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Inspiring curiosity, confidence and connection - The People Behind Foster Fest
Whether a child wants to build, create, climb, paint, cuddle, learn, explore, play or simply sit making something, every activity has been chosen with purpose.
