Sons and Daughters

Foster families

At Fostering London, we recognise the vital role that sons and daughters play in successful foster placements. Fostering is a family experience, and the support given by birth children can have a powerful impact on everyone involved. They are often the first to welcome a foster child into the home, helping to create a warm and safe environment. By forming friendships and offering kindness, they help foster children feel accepted, valued and included.

Sons and daughters also play an important part when foster children move on. They help make this transition more positive, often offering comfort and understanding during what can be an emotional time. We believe every child in the family should feel involved and respected. Their views, feelings and experiences matter just as much as those of the adults involved. 

We aim to build positive relationships with all members of the household and involve sons and daughters and a in meaningful ways. We offer preparatory training to help them understand fostering and what it involves. This helps them feel more confident and ready for the experience ahead. We also give them opportunities to reflect on their own experiences and speak openly about how they feel.

Their contributions are recognised and celebrated, whether through formal awards or everyday appreciation. We want them to feel proud of the role they play. Ongoing consultation allows their voices to be heard and helps us to understand how we can support them better.

At Fostering London, we believe that supporting the whole family is key to making placements successful. Every child and young person within the household matters to us. By valuing and involving sons and daughters, we help create a more supportive and nurturing home for everyone. With your help, we can make a real difference in children’s lives.