Microsoft issue

Earlier today we were affected by the global Microsoft issues. Things are starting to get back to normal but you might experience a short delay in email response or some forms reaching us.

Fostering resources

Whether you're already a foster carer with us, thinking about transferring to Leicestershire from another agency, or you're just thinking about whether fostering is for you, you'll find information and resources here to support you and your decision.

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Resources

Renting and fostering PDF, 175.9 KB Opens new window
Leicestershire Fostering Annual Report 2024-25 PDF, 851.3 KB Opens new window
Fostering statement of purpose  PDF, 708.05 KB Opens new window
Supported Lodgings statement of purpose PDF, 619.66 KB Opens new window

Adoption, Fostering and Tea Podcast – New Family Social

  • Chats about all things fostering and adoption, from people who have done it! Listen now, on Spotify, iTunes, Google and Podbean.

Thinking about fostering?

Specialist fostering  PDF, 1.03 MB Opens new window
Fostering Short Breaks Leaflet PDF, 465.54 KB Opens new window

Why foster with Leicestershire County Council?

Fostering for Leicestershire brochure  PDF, 1.09 MB Opens new window

Children in fostering families (birth children)

Choose your family type:

What is a foster family? mum  PDF, 2.1 MB Opens new window
What is a foster family? dad  PDF, 2.1 MB Opens new window
What is a foster family? dad and dad  PDF, 2.11 MB Opens new window
What is a foster family? mum and dad  PDF, 2.24 MB Opens new window
What is a foster family? mum and mum  PDF, 2.41 MB Opens new window