Further information, news and events
Fostering information events
We regularly host virtual and in person information events with members of our team, see our upcoming events below.
Come along to one of our fostering pop-up information stalls where the team can explain the process, from application to placement, and answer any questions you might have! Alternatively, we can arrange a face-to-face chat at a time and date to suit you! To find out more, contact us by:
| Date | Time | Event/Venue | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday 28 June | 11am – 3pm | Redbridge Primary School Fayre | All welcome. Entry fee will apply |
| Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 July | 12noon-5pm | Southampton Mela | - |
| Tuesday 15 July | 1-4pm | IKEA Southampton | - |
| Saturday 19 July | 12 noon – 6pm | TriFest, Bitterne | - |
| Thursday 31 July | 2-5pm | Tesco Bursledon | - |
| Tuesday 12 August | 10am-1pm | Haskins Garden Centre, West End | - |
| Tuesday 19 August | 10.30am – 2pm | Exbury Gardens, Exbury | - |
| Saturday 23 – Sunday 24 August | Time tbc | Southampton Pride | - |
| Thursday 28 August | 2pm - 4pm | Café Thrive, Hanover Buildings | - |
| Tuesday 9 September | 1pm – 2pm | Virtual Fostering Information Event |
Call 0800 5 191818 or email fostering@southampton.gov.uk to register |
| Thursday 11 September | 10am – 12 noon | Happy Bean Coffee Bar, Bedford Place | - |
| Thursday 18 September | 2pm – 4.30pm | John Lewis, Westquay | - |
News
May 2025
- 'Little Bears in Care' appear all over Southampton – Southampton City Council campaign set to raise awareness of fostering in the city
March 2025
December 2024
- We are excited to have launched the ‘Mockingbird’ Programme to support our fostering community in Southampton. Mockingbird is a global, award-winning and pioneering programme led by The Fostering Network in the UK. For more information please read Fostering Mockingbird Programme launches in Southampton.
- Southampton Solent University students design bespoke sleepover packs for foster children in Southampton. Read more at Southampton Solent University.
October 2024
- Fostering can mean everything to those involved. That is the message of a powerful new fostering film from over 100 councils, including Southampton. For more information please read the full news story.
July 2024
- Southampton announces collaboration with South-East Fostering Regional Hub.
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