Interested in foster care in Cwmbran, Pontypool or Blaenavon? Torfaen’s local authority fostering service is Foster Wales Torfaen, and the neighbouring Newport, Monmouthshire, Caerphilly and Blaenau Gwent teams are all close by.
Fostering agencies and services in Cwmbran & Torfaen
Torfaen’s fostering service:
- Foster Wales Torfaen – Glantorvaen Rd, Pontypool NP4 6YB
Fostering services near Cwmbran & Torfaen
- Foster Wales Newport – Civic Centre, Godfrey Rd, Newport NP20 4UR
- Foster Wales Monmouthshire – County Hall, The, Rhadyr, Usk NP15 1GA
- Foster Wales Caerphilly – Unit 3, Woodfieldside Business Park, Foster Wales Caerphilly, Penmaen Rd, Blackwood NP12 2DG
- Foster Wales Blaenau Gwent – Family Resource Centre, Beaufort Road, Ebbw Vale NP23 5LH
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 Cwmbran & Torfaen
Fostering in Torfaen helps local children stay near family and friends in the valleys and in Cwmbran new town. Short-term, long-term and short-break carers are all needed, and services offer training and support from your first enquiry.
How much do foster carers get paid in Cwmbran & Torfaen?
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 Cwmbran & Torfaen
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 Cwmbran & Torfaen: FAQs
Do I need to own my home to foster in Cwmbran & Torfaen?
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 Torfaen 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 Newport and fostering in Cardiff.