National Fostering Agency

National Fostering Agency Getting it right in Scotland
We are committed to improving outcomes for Scotland’s Children. Our agency covers the whole of Scotland, including the Highlands.

We work with more than 130 foster parents and 200 children. We started as a small agency with around 40 carers and have since grown to become a large agency with 138 foster parents, but we have succeeded in retaining our local identity and feel. We’ve been finding loving foster carers to improve Scottish children’s lives for decades. We work hard to build good relationships with local authorities

across Scotland as well as local groups like the Scottish Through Care and After Care Forum. Our aim is to equip foster carers with the skills and support they need to ensure the best possible outcomes for foster children and young people and we’re keen to celebrate all the successes of our children. The team at NFA Scotland is committed to ensuring that foster carers feel supported and listened to. Someone is available to respond to issues at all times of the day and night and, wherever possible, the same person will see things through from start to finish to provide consistency and continuity. NFA Scotland manages its business according to local need and demand, but with the backing of a large national agency (National Fostering Group) behind it. This allows us to tap into a central pool of expert support and expertise, while maintaining an awareness of what our children, foster parents and local authorities need. We pride ourselves on providing a very high standard of care for some of Scotland’s most vulnerable children and young people. We achieve this by retaining and investing in our staff and foster carers, ensuring our matching process is effective, and working hard to give our foster children the same opportunities to achieve as any other young person.

A warm welcome to Cat, our newest foster carer! 💕Cat has been part of Karen’s support network and is now beginning her o...
08/11/2025

A warm welcome to Cat, our newest foster carer! 💕

Cat has been part of Karen’s support network and is now beginning her own fostering journey. 🌷

In the photo, you can see Cat receiving her welcome hamper from Karen — who has been fostering with us for over 20 years!

Welcome to the Fostering Solutions Oundle family, Cat! 🌸

07/11/2025

As we settle firmly into cosy season, here’s a few warm thoughts to bring us together as the nights draw in.

What a fantastic Friday morning with Heath Farm Fostering! 🍫💕Our carers had so much fun crafting chocolate lollipops, de...
07/11/2025

What a fantastic Friday morning with Heath Farm Fostering! 🍫💕

Our carers had so much fun crafting chocolate lollipops, decorating slabs, dipping strawberries and rolling truffles in tasty toppings — a truly sweet celebration!

Add in a birthday and plenty of laughter, and it was the perfect recipe for joy. 🌷

Thank you for such a wonderful experience!

A huge thank you to our amazing carers who joined National Fostering Agency North for their Autumn Afternoon Tea events ...
06/11/2025

A huge thank you to our amazing carers who joined National Fostering Agency North for their Autumn Afternoon Tea events across Bradford, Doncaster, Keelby and Beverley! 💕

It was such a joy to catch up, share stories and enjoy a well-deserved treat together. ☕🌸

05/11/2025

In this episode of the Voices of Fostering Podcast meet Robert and his husband David, foster carers who turned their experiences into creative inspiration! In our latest episode, they share how fostering led them to write and illustrate children’s books that celebrate family, kindness, and being yourself. Discover their journey, the stories they tell, and why making books accessible to all kids matters. 🩷🌸

You can stream this episode on Spotify, Amazon, Apple Music and anywhere else you listen to podcasts ➡️ https://www.buzzsprout.com/2087679/episodes/17860500

What a wonderful day celebrating our amazing children and young people at the Fostering Solutions Wales Children’s Award...
03/11/2025

What a wonderful day celebrating our amazing children and young people at the Fostering Solutions Wales Children’s Awards! 💕

We loved recognising their achievements — from education and activities to personal growth and resilience. Everyone had a fantastic time (and some very brave souls even held snakes and lizards! 🦎).

It’s so special to come together and celebrate the incredible things our young people do every day. 🌷

01/11/2025

Fostering Relations are so proud of their wonderful foster carer Marisol (Sol) Carreno, who’s been performing with the amazing Sing in The City choir 🎶💕.

From the Edinburgh Military Tattoo to the Usher Hall, Sol has truly shone this summer! Singing brings her joy, friendship and allows her to unwind, connect, and shine — and we’re so proud of all she’s achieved! 🌸.

The spookiest thing we’ve seen this Halloween is these fostering misconceptions, but don’t worry, we’re here to uncover ...
31/10/2025

The spookiest thing we’ve seen this Halloween is these fostering misconceptions, but don’t worry, we’re here to uncover them all 👻

Coffee & Cake for CarersCelebrating Foster Carers & Welcoming New FacesHosted by National Fostering Agency East Every Th...
30/10/2025

Coffee & Cake for Carers
Celebrating Foster Carers & Welcoming New Faces
Hosted by National Fostering Agency East

Every Thursday (6th, 13th, 20th & 27th ) in November
10 am – 4pm
National Fostering Agency East, 2 Quay View Business Park, Barnards Way, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR32 2HD


Whether you're an experienced Foster Carer or simply exploring the idea of becoming one, this is a perfect chance to connect, ask questions, and learn more in a friendly setting.
✨ What to Expect:
• A warm welcome for all Foster carers—current and prospective
• Informal chats with our team and fellow Foster Carers
• Information on how to become a Foster Carer
• Delicious refreshments and good company

RSVP or Questions: [email protected] to let us know if you can make it.

We’d love to see you there—because caring starts with connection.

29/10/2025

In our latest episode of Voices of Fostering, Robert opens up about his journey—the challenges, the joys, and the incredible impact fostering has had on his family. If you’re curious about fostering or looking for inspiration, this episode is for you! 💛

You can stream this episode on Spotify, Amazon, Apple Music and anywhere else you listen to podcasts, and for ease, you can click the below link.

For the first time, our latest episodes will now be available to watch on Spotify. ➡️ https://www.buzzsprout.com/2087679/episodes/17860478

National Fostering Group have two Macmillan Coffee Mornings to share.💕🌸 Ryancare Fostering had the privilege of hosting ...
28/10/2025

National Fostering Group have two Macmillan Coffee Mornings to share.

💕🌸 Ryancare Fostering had the privilege of hosting two Macmillan Coffee Mornings which were a huge success! A big thank you to our amazing foster carers for baking and sharing such delicious cakes and treats 🍰☕ — all for a wonderful cause 💕.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us at the National Fostering Agency North Elland office for our Macmillan Coffee Morning ☕🍰. Around 18 carers came together for coffee, cake, and conversation — and we’re thrilled to have raised £89.81 for this wonderful cause 💕.

We've got the perfect FREE treat for your little monsters! 👻🍬 Download our latest Halloween Activity Booklet from Britan...
27/10/2025

We've got the perfect FREE treat for your little monsters! 👻🍬 Download our latest Halloween Activity Booklet from Britannica Education, and get ready for some frightfully fun crafting, colouring, and puzzles. It's ideal for keeping young children entertained and learning!

➡️ Click here to download your free booklet now: https://bit.ly/4oHQ0dF

But the treats don't stop there!

For our amazing existing NFG Carers: Remember that every day is a learning adventure when you foster with NFG! Your free access to Britannica through our Shine portal is just one of the incredible educational benefits we offer. Download the booklet and then pop into Shine to see what other fantastic resources you can unlock for your foster child, and for your own learning and development!

Thinking about Fostering? When you join the NFG family, you don't just get support; you get a wealth of resources like this educational activity booklet, professional training, and access to premium learning tools like Britannica. We're committed to giving our carers the best benefits package in the sector. Want to learn more about the difference we can make? Find out more➡️ https://www.nfa.co.uk/thinking-about-fostering/support-and-benefits-for-foster-carers/

Welcome to National Fostering Group; the UK’s largest and leading provider of specialist foster carers services. Join our family today!

15/10/2025

Recentley, we ignited a spark of self-love with Sarah from Temple Spa, who led our carers in a transformative self-care session that left them feeling revitalized and empowered!

Following on from this, we gifted our team a well-deserved break to unwind and recharge, because they work tirelessly behind the scenes to make a difference in the lives of our carers and the children in our care.

A brief but blissful rest before our team meeting was the perfect way to refuel and refocus. The video footage says it all - they throughly enjoyed the expereince

Thank you sarah 💆‍♀️✨

We recently welcomed four new fostering families to NFA Scotland ! Welcome to all of you; we are all looking forward to ...
14/10/2025

We recently welcomed four new fostering families to NFA Scotland !
Welcome to all of you; we are all looking forward to getting to know you better at our events and catch-ups! 🥰

This year, NFA Scotland celebrates 20 years of hearts that heal and homes that love for some of the most vulnerable chil...
13/10/2025

This year, NFA Scotland celebrates 20 years of hearts that heal and homes that love for some of the most vulnerable children in Scotland !

Thank you to all our families who came along to our two birthday parties. We hope you all had a great time !

Best wishes to all for the next 20 years 💕💕💕

13/10/2025
03/09/2025

Did you know that around 80% of social, emotional and behavioural difficulties in children, have an underlying communication difficulty? We have two sessions coming up for parents and carers all about communication. We'll look at the basics around communication and strategies to help us support our child's communication.
Monday 15th September 6pm: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/understanding-and-supporting-communication-for-parents-and-carers-tickets-1394653198259?aff=oddtdtcreator
Tuesday 16th September 12:30pm: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/understanding-and-supporting-communication-for-parents-and-carers-tickets-1394666618399?aff=oddtdtcreator

25/08/2025

After experiencing a difficult childhood, Fiza knew from a very young age that she wanted to open her home to children that needed a safe place to land.

Since being approved to foster in 2014, Fiza and her family have gone on to care for many children, from a three day old baby to a 17 year old young offender.

Wondering if you have what it takes to be a foster carer? Fiza says resilience, patience and a willingness to learn are key, and we couldn’t agree more ✨

Want to learn more about Fiza’s story? Grab a cuppa, and get reading 👉https://www.nfa.co.uk/carer-story/fiza-realises-her-dream-to-foster-children/

We are looking to recruit a full time Support Worker to help support our foster carers and families in Aberdeen/shire an...
28/07/2025

We are looking to recruit a full time Support Worker to help support our foster carers and families in Aberdeen/shire and Moray.

We are seeking a motivated, enthusiastic, conscientious, and creative Support Worker to work closely with our team of Supervising Social Workers and Foster Carers to deliver the best outcomes for children and young people in foster care. Follow the link below for further information.

Also, if you would like an informal chat with one of our Support Workers, direct message us today, and we will be happy to arrange it!

https://careers.nfa.co.uk/jobs/job-details/?id=284510

Our young people had a great morning at Bridgend Golf Club playing Footgolf ⚽ so much fun and the weather was perfect 🌞
23/07/2025

Our young people had a great morning at Bridgend Golf Club playing Footgolf ⚽ so much fun and the weather was perfect 🌞

Address

First Floor, East Gateway, Beancross Road
Grangemouth
FK38WH

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441324468055

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