WHAT: A set of standards for the delivery of a national fostering service. It includes standards for the management of the service, the delivery of care, reunification with birth families, and working with caregivers.
WHO: Policy makers and care providers.
WHERE: This document provides UK specific guidance, however the standards are universally relevant with adaptation to local resources and needs.
WHY: To guide in the design of foster care services and as a tool for monitoring the quality of foster care provision nationally.