Last updated: 11th July 2023 Step 1: Initial enquiry Become a foster carer Step 1: Initial enquiry Step 2: Informal home visit Step 3: Skills to Foster preparation course Step 4: Assessment Step 5: Fostering Panel Step 6: Approved foster carer Contact us by email, phone, complete our enquiry form or attend one of our information events. We will ask you about your circumstances, including your reasons for considering fostering. Previous Become a foster carer Next Step 2: Informal home visit