Walsall Council Fostering Service
Walsall · Local AuthorityLocally run
Ofsted: Outstanding
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About Walsall Council Fostering Service
What to know about Walsall Council Fostering Service
Standard 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.
Fostering options
Types of fostering offered
Short-term
Long-term
Emergency
Respite
Parent and child
Allowances
£182 per week (0–4 yrs) — £201 (5–10 yrs) — £227 (11–15 yrs) — £267 (16+) (April 2026 rates) Figures checked September 2026.
Where they work
Areas covered
Regions
West Midlands
Postcode areas
WS
Inspection
Ofsted rating
Rated OutstandingMost recent Ofsted inspection
Walsall Council Fostering Service is currently rated Outstanding by Ofsted. Full inspection reports are available on the Ofsted website.