Fostering In Norwich
Norwich might be a proud, historic city, but like anywhere it has children who can’t live safely at home and need a steady place to stay. They come from every part of the city, from the terraces near the centre to the estates on the edge.
When a foster home can be found in the city itself, a child often gets to stay at the same school and hold on to the ordinary things that steady them, whether that’s the Saturday market, a kickabout in the park or match day at Carrow Road.
Right now there aren’t enough foster carers in Norwich, so some children are placed well outside the city, away from everything familiar. Local carers change that. At Fostering Hearts we recruit and support carers across Norwich and the wider Norfolk area, and we stay beside you once a child moves in.
Why Foster With Us?
Fostering Hearts is an independent, family-run agency, and we work in a deliberately personal way. You won’t be a case number here. You’ll be part of a small circle of carers and social workers who actually know each other.
Your supervising social worker supports only around six families, so they know you and the child in your care properly. Someone is on the end of the phone at any hour, because the hard moments rarely wait for Monday morning. You’ll be trained before your first placement and supported to keep learning afterwards.
We understand that fostering is a significant commitment. That’s why we offer competitive fostering fees — £479.50 per week for children aged 0–10 and £507.50 per week for young people aged 11+ — alongside emotional and practical support the whole way through.
Foster with us in Norwich and you’re joining something that feels local and personal, with people who turn up when it counts.
“We are dedicated to recruiting 44 new fostering families across Norfolk, including Norwich, over the next 36 months, we want to make a real difference locally”
Emma Rawlinson, Registered Manager
Benefits of being a Fostering Hearts Carer?
All of our foster carers receive a weekly fostering fee of £479.50 for children aged 0–10 and £507.50 per week for young people aged 11+. This recognises the dedication, time and care involved in providing a stable, nurturing home.
Beyond the fee, it’s the support that carers tell us makes the difference. Our carers have access to 24/7 support from our agency, ensuring guidance is always available when needed. You will also receive regular supervision visits from your supervising social worker, who supports a small number of families, around six of them, which keeps support consistent and personal, wherever you are in the city.
Our Mission: Unlocking the Potential in Every Child
At Fostering Hearts, we are committed to helping every child who comes into our care move towards their full potential. We provide our foster carers with tailored guidance, training and practical resources so they can create stable, nurturing homes where young people feel safe enough to grow and explore who they are.
Through everyday experiences — from supporting hobbies and interests to planning educational outings and making space for meaningful conversations — our foster carers help children build confidence and discover their strengths. Progress often happens in small, steady steps, and we are there to support both carers and children throughout that journey.
We recognise that every child has individual needs, experiences and talents. That is why we look beyond the immediate and focus on the whole child, ensuring they have a secure environment where they can express themselves openly, develop new skills and begin to see what they are capable of achieving.
If you live in or around Norwich and you've been wondering whether you could foster, start with a quick, no-pressure chat. We'll answer your questions and explain how it works from here. Book a call back whenever suits you.