Isle of Wight Fostering

01/10/2026

It takes an Island 💙

You’ve probably heard the saying “it takes a village to raise a child.” Here on the Isle of Wight, we think it takes an Island.

Foster Together is looking for more local people who could offer a safe, supportive home to an Island child who needs one.
Having foster carers here on the Island can help children stay close to the things that matter to them, from their school and friends to familiar places and their local community.

You don’t need to have all the answers. You just need the willingness to make a difference, and we’ll be there to support you along the way.

💙 Could fostering be part of your future? 👉 Find out more: https://www.iow.gov.uk/fostering

30/09/2026

We are pleased to share that Isle of Wight Council's fostering service has relaunched as Foster Together.

The new identity has been shaped by feedback from foster carers, children and young people, partners and stakeholders from across the Isle of Wight. Through those conversations, it became clear that we needed a name that better reflects what fostering on the Island is all about: people working together to support local children and young people.

While our name and visual identity have changed, our commitment remains exactly the same. We continue to focus on finding safe, loving homes for Island children and providing the highest level of support to foster carers and families.

Please visit https://www.iow.gov.uk/Fostering for more information about Foster Together

25/09/2026

Could you make a difference to a child's future?

Right here on the Isle of Wight, children and young people need safe, caring homes where they can thrive.

You don't need to be married, own your home, or have parenting experience to foster. What matters most is having the commitment, patience, and willingness to help a child reach their potential.

📞 Get in touch today to find out more about becoming a foster carer 01983 823160.

23/09/2026

Many people think they're not the right person to foster, but often the qualities children need most are kindness, patience, and understanding.

Have you ever thought about fostering?

📞 01983 823160
💻 www.iow.gov.uk/fostering

22/09/2026

21/09/2026

Many people dismiss the idea of fostering because they live with parents or other family members. The reality is that fostering is about much more than who owns the home.

If fostering is something you've considered, why not get in touch and explore what's possible? You don't need all the answers before making that first enquiry. 💙

🔗Find out more at https://www.iow.gov.uk/article/2080/Fostering
📞01983 823160

18/09/2026

Have you ever thought about becoming a foster carer?

Find out more 🔗 https://ow.ly/Kf3o50Zt33c

17/09/2026

One spare hook. One big difference. 💙

Could you make room for one more?

There are children and young people on the Isle of Wight who need a safe, stable and caring place to call home.

You don’t need to have all the answers. You don’t need to be perfect. You just need to have room in your home, and in your heart to make a difference.

Could fostering be right for you?

Find out more about fostering on the Isle of Wight:

📞 01983 823160
🌐 www.iow.gov.uk/fostering