Rhondda Cynon Taf (RCT) is one of the largest council areas in Wales, covering Pontypridd, Aberdare, Llantrisant and the Rhondda valleys. If you want to foster in Pontypridd or anywhere in RCT, your local authority service is Foster Wales RCT.
Fostering agencies and services in Rhondda Cynon Taf
Fostering services in Rhondda Cynon Taf:
- Foster Wales RCT – Ty Trevithick, Abercynon, Mountain Ash CF45 4UQ
Fostering services near Rhondda Cynon Taf
- Foster Wales Merthyr Tydfil – Civic Centre, Castle St, Merthyr Tydfil CF47 8AN
- Regional Foster Families (Wales) – Riverside Court, Suite 5 Ty Keir Hardie, Ave De Clichy, Merthyr Tydfil CF47 8LD
- Foster Wales Caerphilly – Unit 3, Woodfieldside Business Park, Foster Wales Caerphilly, Penmaen Rd, Blackwood NP12 2DG
- Foster Wales Cardiff – County Hall, Atlantic Wharf, Cardiff CF10 4UW
- Foster Wales Bridgend – Civic Offices, Angel Street, Bridgend CF31 4WB
You can also browse all fostering agencies in Wales.
Good to know: Wales is removing profit from children’s care. Since April 2026 no new profit-making fostering agencies can register in Wales, and from April 2027 existing profit-making agencies can no longer approve new foster carers. If you are starting your fostering journey in Wales, your local Foster Wales team or a not-for-profit agency is the best place to begin.
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Get matched with a fostering agencyWhat fostering is like in Rhondda Cynon Taf
RCT needs foster carers for children of every age, including teenagers and brothers and sisters. Fostering locally means children can keep going to the same school and stay close to the people who matter to them.
How much do foster carers get paid in Rhondda Cynon Taf?
Foster carers in Wales receive an allowance to cover the cost of caring for a child, based on the Welsh Government’s national minimum allowance, and most services also pay a fee for the carer’s time and skills. Rates vary by the child’s age and needs, so ask each service for its current fees and allowances before you decide.
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 in Rhondda Cynon Taf
Whichever service you choose, the route to approval follows the same main steps:
- 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 Rhondda Cynon Taf: FAQs
Do I need to own my home to foster in Rhondda Cynon Taf?
No. You can rent or own, as long as your home is safe and you have a spare bedroom for a foster child. Read more in our guide Can I foster if I don’t own my home?
Can I foster if I work full-time?
Often, yes – especially for older children or short breaks. Every service has its own policy, so ask Foster Wales Rhondda Cynon Taf and any agency you contact. See Can you foster if you work full-time?
How long does it take to become a foster carer?
Most assessments take around four to six months from your first enquiry to approval at fostering panel.
Other places
Also see fostering in Cardiff and fostering in Bridgend.