Testimonial from Ofsted for Nurture Fostering
At Nurture Fostering, children are at the heart of everything we do, and this has been recognised by Ofsted in their recent inspection. We are proud to share their positive feedback, highlighting the exceptional care and support we provide to our foster carers and the children in our care.
"Children are making good progress in their foster homes." Many children experience long-term placements that provide them with a strong sense of stability and belonging. As one social worker noted, “They have flourished in care with the boundaries and consistencies.” Our dedicated foster carers form strong, nurturing relationships with the children, ensuring they feel safe, valued, and part of a family.
Exceptional Matching and Support
Matching children with the right foster carers is a key strength of our agency. Our placements team is praised for being “very thoughtful and child-focused”, ensuring children are placed with carers who can best meet their needs. The support we provide to our foster carers is also highly regarded. They describe the training and supervision as “exceptional”, with one social worker highlighting, “The work she is doing with the child is impressive… this will make a real difference.”
Commitment to Safeguarding and Wellbeing
Ofsted acknowledges that our safeguarding practices are "strong and effective." Our foster carers receive in-depth training on trauma, de-escalation, child protection, and more. This ensures they are fully equipped to provide a safe and nurturing environment. Children feel safe in our care, with one professional commenting, “I am amazed by the quality of the child’s interaction and relationship with his foster mother. This is a very caring, nurturing, and warm placement.”
Outstanding Leadership and Management
The effectiveness of our leadership team has been rated as outstanding. Our managers and staff are described as “approachable, visible and available”, ensuring both foster carers and children receive the support they need. A social worker shared, “They go above and beyond. They have put in loads of support. I cannot fault them.”
A Family-Oriented and Child-Focused Agency
Foster carers consistently praise Nurture Fostering for our strong communication and welcoming environment, saying:
✅ "Communication with staff is brilliant."
✅ "They are available day and night."
✅ "All staff know the children very well."
✅ "It’s a small agency, and completely family-orientated."
At Nurture Fostering, we are committed to ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential. We are proud of our dedicated foster carers, exceptional support system, and unwavering focus on children's well-being.