Information events

Thinking about fostering?

Come along to one of our friendly events to learn how fostering works and see if it's right for you. We run three different types of events, so you can choose the one that suits you best.

You'll hear from our fostering team and current foster carers, children and young people. There's always an opportunity to ask questions, whether in a group or one-on-one.

So come along and find out more. There’s nothing to lose and no obligation. But there will of course be drinks and biscuits in person! Watch this short film about what to expect at a information event. 

General information events

Our general information sessions last around 1 to 1.5 hours and include a presentation, guest speakers, and the opportunity to chat with our team about fostering. Let us know you’re coming so we have enough biscuits and/or can send you the zoom link, by filling in our information event form. Sessions are available both in person and online, giving you the flexibility to attend in the way that works best for you.

Wednesday 8 October, 6.30pm to 7.30pm
ONLINE – Join our zoom call
Register

Tuesday 21 October, 12noon to 1pm
ONLINE – Join our zoom call
Register

Wednesday 29 October, 6.30pm to 7.30pm (drop in at any time to see us)
Tesco Bulwell, 35 Jennison Street, Nottingham, NG6 8EQ 
IN PERSON - come along and meet us 
Register 

Thursday 6 November, 6.30pm to 7.30pm
ONLINE – Join our zoom call
Register

Wednesday 19 November, 12 noon to 1pm 
ONLINE – Join our zoom call
Register

Tuesday 25 November, 6 to 7.30pm
Nottingham Road Fire Station, Derby, DE21 6FP
IN PERSON - come along and meet us
Register

Tuesday 2 December, 6.30pm to 7.30pm
ONLINE – Join our zoom call
Register

Thursday 4 December, 6 to 7pm,  (drop in at any time to see us)
Oasis Centre, 2A Longfellow Drive, Worksop, S81 0DE
IN PERSON - come along and meet us
Register

Thursday 18 December, 12 noon to 1pm
ONLINE – Join our zoom call
Register

Thursday 8 January, 6.30pm to 7.30pm
ONLINE – Join our zoom call
Register

Tuesday 20 January, 12noon to 1pm
ONLINE – Join our zoom call
Register

Out and about events

Keep an eye out for our team at local events across Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire!

Our friendly fostering recruitment team regularly visits community locations to raise awareness and answer your questions.

Spot our stand, stop by, and enjoy an informal chat about fostering — no pressure, just a conversation.

Monday 6 October, 10am to 3pm
Tesco Top Valley, Nottingham NG5, 9DD

Sunday 12 October, 9:30am to 12pm
Derby University Sports Centre, Kedleston Road Derby DE22 1GB

Saturday 25 October, 1pm to 4pm
Black History Month Community Event,
Nottingham University Samworth Academy (NUSA), Bramhall Road, Bilborough, Nottingham NG8 4HY

Friday 31 October, 10am to 3pm
ASDA, Loughborough Road, Nottingham NG2 7JA

Friday 5 December, 10am to 3pm
ASDA, Loughborough Road, Nottingham NG2 7JA