Why you should choose to foster with us, and how we're different to other organisations you can foster with.
Choosing to foster is a life-changing decision and choosing who to foster with matters. At Bristol City Council, we offer a fostering experience that's deeply local, genuinely supportive and entirely focused on what's best for children and carers.
Why choose us
Not-for-profit
As your local authority, we reinvest every penny into supporting children and carers.
Local placements, better outcomes
Children placed with our in-house carers are more likely to stay in their schools, maintain friendships and keep vital family connections.
Dedicated support from day one
You'll have your own supervising social worker, access to ongoing training and a strong community of fellow foster carers.
Community and connection
Join a vibrant network of carers who meet regularly, share experiences, and support one another.
Financial stability and recognition
Receive regular payments and allowances, plus access to local and national discounts and rewards.
Do something for your city
We love our city! Fostering with Bristol City Council means giving back to your community in the most meaningful way.
Watch this short video to discover the long-lasting impact fostering can have on a child in care
What makes us different
We prioritise our own carers for placements, so you're more likely to have children placed with you consistently.
We offer training and support before, during and between placements so you're always prepared.
We provide access to local rewards and discounts, because your contribution deserves recognition.
We're part of your city and proud to support Bristol's children with Bristol's foster carers.
If you have any questions or would like an informal chat, contact our fostering team.
Call:
0117 353 4200
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What Bristol foster carers say
"I love it, I find it so rewarding and have made great friends along the way and my birth children have learnt so much from the children we have looked after."
"I would recommend fostering as its very rewarding especially if a baby you watch them grow up until they move on. You meet others and it's like one big family who you can talk to and rely on."
"It is challenging but very rewarding. I wish I had done it earlier in life."
"Fostering is the best thing we have ever done and brings us joy and fun every single day."
