Areas We Provide Foster Care To – From Staffordshire to Gloucestershire

Fostering works best when it feels local. That is why the team at Match Foster Care provides consistent, hands-on support to foster carers throughout the West Midlands and surrounding counties. Whether you live in a busy city, a market town or a quiet rural area, you will always have access to personalised guidance, training and regular visits from people who know your region well.

 

With offices in Droitwich Spa and Stoke-on-Trent, and a network of staff working across the area, the support we offer is truly community based. We work in partnership with local authorities to help children stay close to their schools, friends and extended families, while giving carers the confidence and resources they need to thrive.

Discover Our Locations & Areas We Cover

Droitwich Office

Severn House, 30 – 32 Ombersley Street West,
Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire,
WR9 8QZ

Stoke-on-Trent Office

3-5 Vale Street,
Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire,
ST4 7LR

Our Fostering Locations - Areas We Cover

Fostering in the West Midlands

 Covering places such as Wolverhampton, Dudley, Walsall, Sandwell and Solihull, the wider West Midlands area is one of our key regions. We understand the unique character of each town and city, and we adapt our support accordingly.

Learn more about fostering in the West Midlands.

Foster care in Birmingham

As the second largest city in the UK, Birmingham presents a diverse and varied fostering landscape. We support foster carers in all parts of the city, including central Birmingham, Erdington, Handsworth, Kings Heath, Selly Oak and more. Wherever you are based, we ensure your fostering journey is fully supported.

Learn more about fostering in Birmingham

Foster Care in Staffordshire

Our Stoke-on-Trent office gives us a strong presence in Staffordshire, allowing us to support carers in areas such as Stafford, Cannock, Tamworth, Lichfield and Newcastle-under-Lyme. We offer regular home visits and access to local training opportunities.

Learn more about fostering in Staffordshire.

Fostering in Warwickshire

From Warwick and Leamington Spa to Nuneaton, Rugby and Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire is a county where many foster carers thrive. We offer a mix of in-person support, telephone advice and local networking opportunities to help carers feel connected and confident.

Learn more about fostering in Warwickshire,

Fostering Across Worcestershire

 Our head office is based in Droitwich Spa, making Worcestershire one of our most active regions. We work with carers in Worcester, Kidderminster, Redditch, Evesham, Bromsgrove and across the wider county. Local knowledge is built into everything we do.

Find out about fostering in Worcestershire

Shropshire Foster Care

 This largely rural county includes areas such as Shrewsbury, Oswestry and Telford. We understand the challenges of fostering in rural communities and provide flexible, reliable support that reaches every corner of the county.

Learn more about fostering in Shropshire.

Fostering in Stoke-on-Trent

 Stoke is not only part of Staffordshire but also an important focus in its own right. With its own council and unique local context, we provide tailored support for carers in Stoke-on-Trent and maintain close relationships with schools and professionals in the area.

Find out about fostering in Stoke-on-Trent

Fostering in Gloucestershire

 Whether based in Gloucester, Cheltenham, Stroud or the Cotswolds, carers in Gloucestershire receive the same high standard of attention. We are familiar with both the urban centres and rural settings of the county.

Learn more about fostering in Gloucestershire.

Foster Care in Herefordshire

Foster carers in Herefordshire benefit from our commitment to maintaining close links, even in more remote parts of the country. We regularly visit families in Hereford and surrounding villages, ensuring they never feel isolated.

Local Knowledge
and Community Connections

Because our team members live and work within the communities we serve, we understand the unique needs of local families, schools and support networks. This deep local knowledge allows us to:

  • Match children with the right carers nearby, helping them stay close to familiar surroundings

  • Deliver training close to home, making it easier for carers to access ongoing development

  • Provide regular visits from a supervising social worker who knows your area, not just your name

  • Run local support groups, helping you build meaningful connections with other foster carers nearby

We are proud to work in close partnership with:

  • Worcestershire County Council

  • Stoke-on-Trent City Council

  • Other local authorities across the Midlands region

These partnerships help us deliver a joined-up, responsive service that prioritises the wellbeing of both children and foster families.

Why Our Local Support
Makes a Difference

Fostering is about more than offering a safe home — it’s about having the right people by your side. With Match Foster Care, you get:

  • Dedicated local support from day one
  • Tailored training relevant to your community
  • Emergency assistance whenever you need it
  • A fostering agency with an Outstanding Ofsted rating

Start Your Fostering Journey With Match Today

Whether you’re in northern Staffordshire, central Birmingham, or southern Gloucestershire, we’re here to help you start fostering. We support every type of fostering, including:

Short-term fostering

Long-term fostering

Respite fostering

Emergency fostering