Croydon Fostering Week

3rd March to 9th March 2025

Together, our community can transform lives

Currently, there are children and young people in Croydon who need safe and loving homes. There is a shortage of foster carers in the borough, which means our young people could be placed in foster homes further away from their families.

For one week we would like fostering to be on the top of everyone’s agenda; from local businesses and community groups helping us to raise awareness to people applying to become foster carers. 

Is fostering something you have been thinking of doing?

Do you have questions around your suitability or capacity to care for a child?

Do you want to know what payments, support and training are on offer?

Get in touch with us today for a friendly chat about fostering .

Watch Nicci's story to find out about her rewarding fostering experience of caring for children and young people.
 

Drop-in sessions

The fostering team will be hosting drop-in sessions for anyone wanting to find out more about becoming a foster carer in Croydon. There is no need to book, just come and meet us at any of the below venues:

4th March

Time: 10am - 1pm 
Venue: The Urban Room,
Units 161-162 & 1161, 1162, Whitgift Centre, Croydon CR0 1UQ. 
Maps and directions here

Virtual Information Session

Join us for a friendly discussion about the role of a foster carer in Croydon. Hear from experienced social workers and foster carers.

Time: 5:45pm – 7pm
Reserve a place 

6th March

Time: 10am to 2pm
Venue: The Arc Cafe
9 Weston Drive, Caterham, CR3 5XY

Ready to start your fostering journey? 
Make a request an information pack 
 

Get in touch

Email: iwanttofoster@croydon.gov.uk

Telephone: 0300 222 2112

Facebook: fosterforcroydon