Manchester is a city full of culture and community, but it is also a city where children and young people need safe, supportive homes. Every week, new foster carers are needed to step forward and provide stability for children who cannot live with their birth families.
At Next Stage for Fostering, we work closely with individuals and families who are ready to make a difference. Whether you are just exploring the idea or feel ready to apply, we offer expert advice, training, a strong network of foster carers across Greater Manchester, and round-the-clock support to guide you every step of the way.
As an Ofsted Outstanding agency, our local team is known for its family feel, responsive support, and dedication to helping children thrive. We are not just looking for foster carers, we are looking for people who want to be part of a strong local fostering community, making real change.
Children and young people in Manchester come into care for many different reasons and the support they need can vary. That is why we look for foster carers who are open to different types of fostering, such as:
In a diverse city like Manchester, we need foster carers from all walks of life who reflect the communities’ children are part of. Whatever your background, there is a type of fostering that could fit your lifestyle, skills and family.
Take our quick foster readiness quiz to find out if fostering might be right for you.
Fostering is not something you do alone. We are proud that we have built strong relationships with the people who choose to foster with us over the years, and with us, you are part of a wider movement of foster carers in Manchester and the wider north west region changing lives every day.
When you foster with Next Stage for Fostering, you will get:
Not sure where to begin? Reach out, and we will guide you through what to expect.
For free help and advice about fostering and becoming a Foster Carer, please call us today on 01204 201203 or fill in the form below.
Fostering is both rewarding and recognised as a professional role. You will receive a competitive fostering allowance, with full payment for each child in your care – we do not deduct any money for caring for siblings, unlike some other fostering services.
You can estimate what you could earn using our fostering calculator.
We are proud to work with families across Greater Manchester, including in Manchester, Bolton, Salford, Bury and Wigan. Wherever you are based, the support you receive will always be personal, responsive, and from a local team that knows the challenges of fostering in Greater Manchester.
You can learn more about the support you would receive by visiting our Thinking About Fostering and Why Choose Us pages.
Our carers often describe fostering as life-changing, not just for the children or young people they foster, but for their own families too. People like Kirsten and Dave, our foster carers in Greater Manchester, who began fostering while raising their own children, found that the experience brought them all closer as a family.
You can find out more about their journey as Kirsten speaks with Bolton FM here.
Fostering can offer a flexible, home-based career with real emotional and financial rewards. At Next Stage for Fostering, you will never foster alone. From your first enquiry through to caring for children or young people long term, we will be by your side.
If you are ready to learn more about becoming a foster carer in Manchester, please contact our team or apply online.
Call us on 01204 201203
