Fostering Standards

Fostering Standards are essential guidelines and requirements that ensure foster carers provide a safe, stable, and supportive environment for children. These standards cover areas such as the safety of the home, the carer’s ability to meet the child's emotional and developmental needs, and practical aspects like training and ongoing support. They help regulators and agencies assess whether foster homes are suitable and capable of caring for children with diverse needs, ensuring that every young person in foster care receives appropriate care and protection while their families are supported or other arrangements are explored.