Could you be a foster parent to a local child?
AFA is an independent fostering agency for East Anglia and the Midlands, including fostering in Norfolk, Suffolk and Derbyshire.
Being a foster parent can be a hugely rewarding experience. But it’s vital to get support from a fostering agency that truly cares. AFA Fostering is an independent agency established in 2010. We provide local, loving foster homes to children and young people across the Midlands and East Anglia.
We provide genuine 24 hours a day, 7 days a week direct support from experienced, dedicated and qualified staff. You will receive high-quality training and a competitive fostering allowance. Most importantly, you will be making a huge difference to a child’s life.
Ofsted rates AFA Fostering as Outstanding, something we are extremely proud of. Read the full Ofsted report here.
“This fostering agency offers an outstanding service to foster carers and their children. As a result, the children’s experiences and progress are excellent.”
What makes AFA Fostering agency different?
AFA Fostering is founded and led by two social work professionals and was formed in 2010. Both have many years of experience in social work and fostering agency management and understand what children and young people need to thrive. This was and remains the focus of AFA.
Our mission is to provide quality care with integrity and respect. This ethos underpins all that we do as a fostering agency.
Learn more about becoming a foster parent
Contact AFA Fostering Agency today to find out more or see the qualities you need to be a good foster parent. We welcome foster parents from different backgrounds. If you’re unsure, you can check our list of commonly asked questions about becoming a foster parent here.
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Why choose AFA?
Types of fostering
What our foster parents say
“We’ve been blessed with having met some absolutely amazing children over the years; children that have been through so much and still get up every day no matter what has been thrown at them. They are just amazing, and it makes me quite emotional just thinking about them.”
Is AFA a Foster Agency Near Me?
AFA Fostering works across Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Derbyshire and Northamptonshire.
Find out more about where we need foster parents >
These areas need dedicated, compassionate foster parents to take care of children with a range of needs. Many children in these areas have had difficult life experiences. They need a chance to live in a stable home environment in which they can feel safe and flourish.
We have teams in East Anglia and the Midlands. These teams dedicate themselves to helping foster parents, their families, and the children who need their care. If you live in these areas and would like to know more about fostering with us, please get in touch.
Fostering in Norfolk
Looking to be a foster parent in Norfolk? We are looking for new and experienced foster parents to care for children across Norfolk.
Fostering in Suffolk
Considering fostering in Suffolk? If you would like to provide a home for a child in the Suffolk area, contact AFA today.
Fostering in Derbyshire
If you would like to be a foster parent in Derbyshire, where over 1,000 children need help, learn more here.
Upcoming Events
Norwich Office Drop In Sessions
Where: AFA Fostering, 12 Meridian Way, Meridian Business Park, Norwich NR7 0TA
When: 1pm - 3pm on the following dates - 19th June, 17th July, 18th September, 16th October, 20th November, 18th December
Norwich Costa Coffee Mornings
We are also going to be at the Costa Coffee opposite the Norwich office each month to share information about fostering and about AFA. If you are free and would like to pop along to see us there, you are more than welcome.
Where: Costa Coffee, Old Chapel Way, Broadland Business Park, Norwich NR7 0WG
When: 10am - 12pm on the following dates - 6th June, 4th July, 1st August, 5th September, 3rd October, 7th November, 5th December