Why Foster? Because Fostering changes lives – including yours

With the right support behind you, fostering can be one of the most rewarding
decisions you’ll ever make

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Receive full support every step
of the way

Create a stable future
for a child

Build confidence with expert training and guidance

Curious about fostering but something’s holding you back?

Maybe you’ve thought about fostering before. Maybe you’ve read about the need. Maybe you’ve met someone who fostered. Maybe you’ve even started the process, then stepped away.

And still, the questions linger:

What if I can’t handle the tough days?
Will I be left to figure things out on my own?
What if I care deeply but it still isn’t enough?

You’re not alone in these doubts. Many foster parents feel the same way at the beginning, unsure if they are strong enough or qualified enough to take that first step. But the real issue is too many agencies offer too little support – and that leaves good people feeling like they’ve failed.

At Mosaic, we believe the right support changes everything.

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Mosaic Foster Agency Testimonial

“What tipped the balance in favour of Mosaic was the first person I had contact with there. She was brilliant. She was really honest, she didn’t beat around the bush, she listened. She explained everything I wanted to know and she wasn’t giving me the hard sell, it wasn’t pushed or forced, the discussion felt very natural and I immediately liked what they stood for.”

Livvy, Colchester

Every child deserves a real chance – and someone who won’t give up on them

Fostering is about showing up for a child when the world has let them down. It’s about creating the kind of stability and care that helps them start again – to trust, to feel safe and to begin to thrive.

You don’t have to be perfect. You just need to be willing, open to learning and compassionate. When you foster, you give more than a home. You offer hope. And in doing so, you might discover new strength, connection and purpose in your own life too.

At Mosaic Foster Care we offer rapid therapeutic support, one-to-one guidance and ongoing training, so you’re never left to do any of this alone.

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Mosaic is an Ofsted Outstanding Fostering Agency
- where ordinary people are empowered to make an extraordinary difference.

Fostering is never simple. That’s why your support can’t be either.

Choosing to foster is a big decision and so is choosing the right fostering agency. With so many out there, it’s hard to know who you can really trust to support you properly, not just at the beginning but through every challenge that comes your way. At Mosaic, we specialise in long-term therapeutic fostering and our approach is built around the needs of both children and the foster families who care for them.

Here’s what makes us different:

Our in-house therapeutic team provides support within hours, not weeks or months.

Our foster parents are treated as professionals, earning £600–£700+ per week, plus up to three weeks of paid supportive care each year.

We’re proud to be rated Outstanding by Ofsted, with 92% of the children we support staying in one long-term home all year, compared to 69% nationally.

You’ll get honest conversations from day one, with people who know what fostering really involves and will guide you every step of the way.

We focus on careful matching, consistent training and a team who never leave you to face things alone.

If you’re looking for an agency that places people before process – and gives you the tools to succeed for the long term – you’ve just found it.

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Wondering if fostering is right for you?
Here’s what we look for:

You’ll be willing to grow and learn

You don’t need formal qualifications to foster with us. What matters is your openness to learning and your commitment to providing a safe, nurturing home. Our comprehensive training equips you with the skills you need to feel confident every step of the way.

You’ll be empathetic and patient

Fostering can be challenging, but it’s also deeply rewarding. Mosaic looks for individuals who can empathise with a child or young person’s experiences, show patience through difficult moments, and build a relationship based on trust and care.

You’ll be adaptable and resilient

Life isn’t always predictable, and fostering requires flexibility and resilience. If you can adapt to challenges and remain focused on helping a child thrive, you’ll make an excellent foster parent. Our support is here whenever you need it.

Fostering changes a child’s story and it transforms yours too

When you foster, you become a steady presence in a child’s life – you might even be the first person who’s stuck around when things got hard. You help a child feel safe enough to breathe, learn and begin to believe in their future again. But the change doesn’t stop there. With Mosaic’s support behind you, fostering becomes more than just surviving the tough days. It becomes a source of pride, growth and purpose. You’ll gain:

A deeper understanding of trauma and how to respond to it.

New confidence as you learn, adapt and thrive with expert guidance.

Stronger relationships, both with your foster child and within your own family.

The joy of seeing a child settle, grow and feel they finally belong.

The impact you’ll have is genuinely life changing. And we’ll be with you every step of the way to make sure it’s sustainable, supported and successful.

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How to choose the right fostering agency

Who becomes a foster parent?

Foster parents aren’t perfect. They’re not saints. They’re ordinary people just like you. What they share is a willingness to learn, emotional resilience and the commitment to keep showing up, even when things get tough. Not sure if you ‘fit the mould’? Don’t worry, there isn’t one. We support:

Single foster parents

People who rent rather than own their home

Households with birth children

People who work or are self-employed

LGBTQ+ foster parents

People who’ve never parented before

If you’ve got the space, the stability and the desire to help – let’s talk.

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Everything you need to know before you say yes to fostering

Have more questions about whether fostering is for you? Whether you’re wondering how the process works, what kind of support you’ll get or what fostering means day-to-day, we have a raft of information to guide you through. These pages go deeper into the things most prospective foster parents want to know.

Who Can Foster a Child?

What Is the Fostering Process?

What Is Long-Term Fostering?

What Is Therapeutic Foster Care?

Fostering Finances Guide

Training for Foster Parents

How We Support You

How Much Do Foster Parents Get Paid?

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Fostering Finances Uncovered: How Much Do You REALLY Get Paid as a Foster Parent?

Worried about financial security as a foster parent? You're not alone. Our guide cuts through the confusion surrounding fostering allowances, hidden deductions, and unpredictable income gaps. Find out exactly what foster carers are paid, how your choice of agency drastically affects your financial stability, and how to protect your income, even between placements. Download now and get clear, straightforward answers to secure your financial peace of mind, letting you focus on what matters most: Caring for your foster child.

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Our proven three-step process ensures every foster family gets the right support at the right time:

Step 1:
Honest
Exploration

When you first connect with Mosaic, we ensure you get the full picture of what fostering really involves. No sugarcoating. You’ll meet someone with first-hand fostering experience who’ll give you an honest look at the highs and lows, so you know exactly what to expect. The goal? To make sure you’re fully prepared for the reality of fostering, not just the idea of it. We’re looking for foster parents who understand the journey may be unpredictable, but who are committed to the long term.

Step 2:
Immediate,
Tailored Support

When challenges arise, you need help fast. That’s why Mosaic’s SMILE Therapeutic approach offers rapid, responsive support for you and your foster child - often within hours. Our comprehensive support doesn’t stop there: Mosaic stands by the entire foster family, including your birth children, keeping everyone strong. Whatever the challenge, you’ll never face it alone.

Step 3:
Growing Together
for the Long-Term

At Mosaic, we only focus on long-term placements because we believe that every child deserves stability and the chance to heal over time. From meaningful career progression, we support you every step of the way to help you grow as a foster parent and ensure your foster child will thrive for years to come.

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