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Foster Care Associates — North East

Houghton le Spring · Independent Fostering AgencyNational

Ofsted: Outstanding

Rated Outstanding in all areas (February 2025). Evolve Centre, Cygnet Way, Houghton Le Spring DH4 5QY. Part of national FCA group.

About Foster Care Associates

What to know about Foster Care Associates

Rated Outstanding in all areas (February 2025). Evolve Centre, Cygnet Way, Houghton Le Spring DH4 5QY. Part of national FCA group.

Independent Fostering AgencyHoughton le SpringNational
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Enhanced support

Support at a glance

Supervising social worker

A dedicated social worker who supports you throughout your fostering journey.

Training & development

Pre-approval training and ongoing CPD to build your skills as a foster carer.

24/7 support

Round-the-clock advice line for foster carers, including out-of-hours.

Peer support

Connection with experienced foster carers and local support groups.

Therapeutic support

Access to clinical or therapeutic input for children with complex needs.

Enhanced carer package

Additional support, respite and wellbeing resources beyond the standard offer.

Fostering options

Types of fostering offered

Short-term
Long-term
Emergency
Respite
Parent and child
Therapeutic
Sibling groups
Where they work

Areas covered

Regions
North East
Postcode areas
NESRDHTSNE29
Inspection

Ofsted rating

Rated OutstandingMost recent Ofsted inspection

Foster Care Associates is currently rated Outstanding by Ofsted. Full inspection reports are available on the Ofsted website.