Next Stage for Fostering

Next Stage for Fostering Next Stage for Fostering is an Outstanding Independent Fostering Agency providing high quality support to Foster Carers

Next Stage for Fostering is a small, local independent fostering Agency. We do not aspire to be the biggest Agency but we do aspire to be the best! We pride ourselves on running a small, friendly, highly professional โ€˜family feelโ€™ agency. We are passionate about the importance of knowing all our Foster Carers, their families and the children and young people placed. The accessible office is open to all our staff and Foster Carer who frequently drop in for daily support, training, support groups, events and activities and there is plenty of free on-site parking. We are totally committed to providing a high standard of care for children, young people and excellent support to Foster Carers. Next Stage for Fostering forms part of the established Next Stage Group which was founded in 2001 and has an excellent track record in providing support and care to vulnerable children/young people and adults.

Thinking about transferring fostering agencies?You deserve to feel valued, supported and listened to throughout your fos...
05/10/2026

Thinking about transferring fostering agencies?

You deserve to feel valued, supported and listened to throughout your fostering journey.

As an Ofsted Outstanding-rated agency, we're proud to provide high-quality support, therapeutic training opportunities and a dedicated team that's there when you need them most.

If you're considering a change, transferring agencies is often simpler than you think, and we're here to guide you every step of the way.

Get in touch for a confidential chat and discover how we can support you.
๐Ÿ“ž 01204 201203.
๐ŸŒ www.nextstageforfostering.co.uk

๐Ÿพ World Animal DayPets can bring comfort, companionship, and plenty of smiles to family life. This World Animal Day, we'...
04/10/2026

๐Ÿพ World Animal Day

Pets can bring comfort, companionship, and plenty of smiles to family life.

This World Animal Day, we're celebrating all the furry friends who help make a house feel like a home. ๐Ÿถ๐Ÿฑ

Share a photo of your pet below! ๐Ÿ“ธ



A smile can go a long way. For children and young people, feeling seen, valued, and supported can make all the differenc...
02/10/2026

A smile can go a long way.

For children and young people, feeling seen, valued, and supported can make all the difference. Today, on World Smile Day, we're celebrating the small moments of kindness that help brighten someone's day.

๐Ÿ˜Š What made you smile this week?


Right now, children across the UK need safe, stable and caring homes.You don't need to be perfect to foster. You simply ...
01/10/2026

Right now, children across the UK need safe, stable and caring homes.

You don't need to be perfect to foster. You simply need the compassion and commitment to make a difference.

๐Ÿก A safe place to call home
๐Ÿ˜Š Someone who believes in them
โญ A brighter future

Could you be the difference a child needs?

Get in touch today for a friendly, no-obligation chat.
๐Ÿ“ž 01204 201203.
๐ŸŒ www.nextstageforfostering.co.uk

National Sonโ€™s Day.๐Ÿ’™ On National Sons Day, we're celebrating the incredible boys and young men in our fostering communit...
28/09/2026

National Sonโ€™s Day.

๐Ÿ’™ On National Sons Day, we're celebrating the incredible boys and young men in our fostering community.

Every child deserves a place where they feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

If you've ever considered fostering, there's no better time to find out how you could change a child's life.

๐ŸŒŸToday is World Dream Day !Every child deserves the chance to dream big. Foster carers play a vital role in helping chil...
25/09/2026

๐ŸŒŸToday is World Dream Day !

Every child deserves the chance to dream big.

Foster carers play a vital role in helping children build confidence, discover their strengths, and believe in their future.

Today we're celebrating dreams, aspirations, and the people who help make them possible.

Every dream starts with someone who believes in you.

22/09/2026

Looking for a meaningful role you can do from home?

Fostering could offer the change you have been searching for. As a foster carer, your home becomes the heart of your roleโ€”a place where you can provide a child or young person with safety, stability and encouragement while making a genuine difference every day.

Fostering can offer greater flexibility than a traditional workplace, with no daily commute and more opportunity to shape your routine around the needs of the child in your care. You will also receive a fostering allowance, professional training and ongoing support from our team.

It is more than working from homeโ€”it is a rewarding commitment that gives your time, skills and spare room real purpose.

Could fostering be your next career direction?
Contact our team for a friendly, no-pressure conversation. ๐Ÿ’™

๐Ÿ“ž 01204 201203.
๐ŸŒ www.nextstageforfostering.co.uk

Next Stage for Fostering is an Outstanding Independent Fostering Agency providing high quality support to Foster Carers

Family fun at Play Factore! ๐ŸŽ‰On the 20th of September, we brought our fostering families together for an action-packed d...
21/09/2026

Family fun at Play Factore! ๐ŸŽ‰

On the 20th of September, we brought our fostering families together for an action-packed day at Play Factore in Manchester.

It was a wonderful opportunity for children, young people and foster carers to have fun, make memories and strengthen friendships with others in our fostering community.

We enjoyed plenty of play, laughter and adventure, and it was lovely to spend quality time with the amazing families who make our agency so special. ๐Ÿ’™

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the day so memorable!

Happy 10th Birthday to our agency! ๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽ‚Today, we are incredibly proud to celebrate ten years of supporting children, young...
19/09/2026

Happy 10th Birthday to our agency! ๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽ‚

Today, we are incredibly proud to celebrate ten years of supporting children, young people and fostering families.

Over the past decade, our wonderful foster carers have opened their homes and hearts, our dedicated team has offered guidance and encouragement, and together we have created countless moments of safety, belonging and hope.

To every child and young person, foster carer, staff member and supporter who has been part of our journeyโ€”thank you. You have helped shape our agency and made these ten years so special.

Hereโ€™s to ten amazing years, and to many more years of changing lives together! ๐Ÿ’™

Address

28 Manchester Road, Westhoughton
Bolton
BL53QJ

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441204201203

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