Become a foster carer | Royal Borough of Greenwich

Could you transform a life?

We urgently need more foster carers to look after our local children.

Your commitment can change their future.

What's in it for you

When you become a foster carer, you play an important role in a young person’s life by giving them a safe, secure and loving home.

We offer amazing training and competitive allowances to all our carers.

Benefits to fostering with Royal Greenwich

Fostering support and training

What you get paid as a foster carer

What the process looks like

Becoming a foster carer can be exciting but challenging which is why we'll be with you every step of the way.

Who can foster

Different ways you can foster

Our fostering assessment process

Next steps

If you already know this is for you or you're currently fostering with other organisations, register now or transfer directly to us.

Register to attend a fostering information event

Transfer to us from a local authority or a fostering agency

Latest news

Man looking into the horizon speaking about experience fostering, the background features greenery like in a garden.

“It reminded me how far love, safety and patience can go in helping to heal”

Staff and foster carers at a football match in aid of fostering awareness

Increasing support for Royal Borough of Greenwich staff who are foster carers

Listen to one of our foster carers