Bromsgrove has one of the biggest clusters of fostering agencies in the Midlands, and there are more services in Worcester, Malvern and Droitwich. Whether you live in Bromsgrove, Redditch, Kidderminster, Worcester or the surrounding villages, you can compare the council’s own service with a wide choice of independent agencies.
Fostering agencies in Bromsgrove & Worcestershire
Worcestershire’s own service is Worcestershire Fostering, a not-for-profit agency owned by Worcestershire County Council. These fostering services are based in the county:
- Worcestershire Fostering – Worcester
- The Foster Care Charity – Penny Hall the Haysfield, Spring Ln N, Malvern WR14 1GF
- The Children’s Family Trust – West Midlands – Harris Business Park, Hanbury Rd, Stoke Prior, Bromsgrove B60 4DJ
- Regional Foster Families (West Midlands) – 13 & 14, BlackPole Business Centre, Blackpole Rd, Blackpole, Worcester WR3 8SQ
- Pyramid Care Fostering – St Ann’s School, Spetchley, Worcester WR5 1RL
- Match Foster Care Ltd – Droitwich – 30-32 Ombersley St W, Droitwich WR9 8QZ
- ISP Fostering – Bromsgrove – Saxon Business Park, Senate House, Hanbury Rd, Stoke Prior, Bromsgrove B60 4AD
- Foundation Fostering – Hop Merchant, 21 Sansome St, Worcester WR1 1UH
- Foster Care Associates Midlands – Senate House, Saxon Business Park, Hanbury Rd, Stoke Prior, Bromsgrove B60 4AD
- Five Rivers Child Care Ltd – Bromsgrove – Unit 28, Basepoint Business Centre, Isidore Rd, Bromsgrove B60 3ET
- Clifford House Fostering – Saxon Business Park, Clifford House Fostering Ltd Senate House, Hanbury Rd, Stoke Prior, Bromsgrove B60 4AD
- Child Care Bureau Fostering – First Floor 11-13 Elgar Business Centre, Moseley Road, Hallow, Worcester WR2 6NJ
- Capstone Foster Care – Bromsgrove – Unit 2, GREENBOX, Westonhall Rd, Stoke Prior, Bromsgrove B60 4AL
You can also browse all fostering agencies in the West Midlands or see fostering in Birmingham.
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Get matched with a fostering agencyWhat fostering is like in Bromsgrove & Worcestershire
Worcestershire mixes market towns, the edge of the Birmingham conurbation and rural areas. Carers are needed for children of all ages, including teenagers and brothers and sisters, and for short breaks.
Council or independent fostering agency?
Council fostering services work directly with the local authority responsible for the child, and children are often placed close to home. Independent fostering agencies (IFAs) recruit and support carers on behalf of councils, often care for children with more complex needs, and may offer higher fees and extra support. Some IFAs are charities and others are private companies – it is worth speaking to more than one before you decide.
How much do foster carers get paid?
Every foster carer in England receives at least the government’s national minimum allowance to cover the cost of caring for a child. For April 2026 to April 2027 the weekly minimums outside London and the South East are:
- £176 for a child aged 0 to 2
- £182 for a child aged 3 to 4
- £201 for a child aged 5 to 10
- £227 for a child aged 11 to 15
- £267 for a young person aged 16 to 17
Most councils and agencies pay more than the minimum, and many add a weekly fee for the carer’s skills and experience. Foster carers also benefit from qualifying care relief, a generous tax relief. Always ask each service for its full fees and allowances.
For full 2026/27 rates across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, see How much do foster carers get paid?
How to become a foster carer
- Make an enquiry – a short, no-obligation chat with your chosen service.
- Home visit – a social worker visits to talk about fostering and your home.
- Training – a preparation course such as Skills to Foster.
- Assessment – a detailed assessment over a few months, including checks and references.
- Fostering panel – an independent panel recommends whether you are approved.
Fostering in Bromsgrove & Worcestershire: FAQs
Do I need to own my home?
No – you can rent or own, but you will usually need a spare bedroom. See Can I foster if I don’t own my home?
Can I foster if I work full-time?
Sometimes, depending on the child’s age and needs. Read Can you foster if you work full-time?
Can single people foster?
Yes. You can foster whether you are single, married or in a relationship, LGBTQ+, and of any faith or none.
Learn more
Read our free fostering guide, see is fostering right for you? or browse fostering guides for other areas.