We look forward to a future where our fostered children and young people have become adults who can be proud of who they are, have forged lives for themselves that they value and have built families of their own which bring them comfort and pride and can attribute those achievements to their experience of Nexus Fostering.
Nexus Fostering has been making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people in care since 2002. Our ethos is centred around unrivalled support for our carers, extensive training and fostering excellence.
Nexus Fostering was founded in 2002 to provide high-quality fostering experiences within which children and young people enjoy a positive experience of family life and fulfil their full potential.
Over the following years, the company grew from strength to strength, primarily through its reputation and the recommendation of the carers approved by us, whose experience of our support and working relationships was shared with the fostering community as a whole and with potential fostering families taking the step for the first time.
Nexus Fostering has always had relationships at its heart- between staff and our carers, carers and our children and young people, staff and children, children and the agency. We believe that the services we provide support those relationships and the communications within which the real work is done- the work of changing the lives of any child or young person placed in our care.
By 2022, we had been so successful in our growth that we needed to consider how to maintain the personal elements that were important to us and had been our foundation on a smaller scale. How could we ensure that our success in attracting staff and carers didn’t put at risk those very relationships we valued, by becoming distant from each other? We made a plan to create two Nexus Fostering registrations from the original one agency: Nexus Fostering Midlands & West and Nexus Fostering Home Counties & East.
Each registration would be a mirror of the other- all the same services, practice and ethics but each led by a Registered Manager who knows their agency and is known by everyone, in the same way as everyone knew each other in the beginning.
Today, the two agencies sit side-by-side, only differing in the geographical area they cover. Specialist support services, matching teams, and key administrative functions are shared, with a centralised Head office serving them both in equal measure. 6 consecutive ‘Outstanding’ ratings by Ofsted are testament to the consistency of meeting our original, united and lasting aim.
Whether ‘Home Counties & East’ or ‘Midlands & West’, the strength, passion, quality and heart of Nexus Fostering is the same.
Strive for fostering excellence - At Nexus Fostering, we are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards in all aspects of fostering. We continuously work to improve our practices, ensuring that every child and young person in our care receives the best possible support. This commitment to excellence is reflected in our rigorous training programs, our comprehensive support systems, and our adherence to best practices in the fostering sector.
Giving carers exceptional support - Our foster carers and their children & young people are at the heart of what we do. To ensure they can provide the best care, we offer them exceptional support, including access to 24/7 assistance, regular training opportunities, and a strong network of fellow carers. This robust support system helps our carers feel confident and well-equipped to handle the challenges of fostering.
Enabling life-changing differences for vulnerable young people coming into care - Our ultimate goal is to make a profound, positive impact on the lives of vulnerable young people who come into our care. By providing a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment, we aim to help these young individuals heal, grow, and thrive, giving them the tools and confidence to build a brighter future.
Since opening in 2002, Nexus Fostering has expanded to support families across a wide area of England. Each of our offices is staffed by qualified professionals who provide local support to foster carers. This includes regular supervision with social workers, ongoing training, and foster carer support groups. With teams based in your area, there is always someone close by to offer guidance and practical help when it is needed.
Nexus Fostering Midlands & West
Our Midlands & West registration includes the following offices:
Nexus Fostering Home Counties & East
Our Home Counties & East registration includes the following offices:
We are proud that both of our registrations are rated Outstanding by Ofsted following inspections in 2025.
Nexus Fostering Midlands & West was judged Outstanding across all areas, with inspectors confirming that the service provides highly effective care that exceeds the standards of good
Inspectors found that children build trusted and secure relationships with their foster families and make significant progress in stable, nurturing homes
As one child shared during the inspection:
“The best thing is being cared for and feeling loved. Nothing could be better, everything is perfect.”
You can read the full Midlands & West report here.
Nexus Fostering was also rated Outstanding in all areas at its most recent inspection
Ofsted recognised that children’s experiences and progress are excellent and that the agency consistently delivers highly effective services
One child told inspectors:
“I feel safe 24/7, and if I didn’t, I would speak to my auntie (foster carer) or my social worker.”
You can read the full Home Counties & East report here.
An Outstanding judgement from Ofsted means that our services provide care of the highest standard, helping children to feel safe, supported and valued, while achieving strong outcomes in stable foster families.
“I am proud to lead Nexus Fostering and to build on the strong foundations that have shaped who we are today. Our core values and ethos remain at the heart of everything we do. We are deeply committed to providing a professional and personal service to foster carers, children, young people and local authorities.
Our teams have achieved an Outstanding rating from Ofsted consistently since 2011. We are grateful for the trust placed in us and for the opportunity to support so many children and young people. Having helped thousands of children across England, we remain focused on ensuring every child receives the stability, care and encouragement they deserve.
When I am asked what makes Nexus Fostering different, my answer is simple – it is our people. Our locally based teams work with dedication, professionalism and empathy to support carers, children and one another. We are a fostering family built on strong relationships and shared purpose, and I look forward to continuing this important work together.”
We can't praise Nexus Fostering enough. The support, training, advice, and even just a shoulder to cry on are outstanding. We have a fantastic team of friendly carers who support each other. The staff are available 24/7, no matter how big or small your query. It’s never too much for them. We're like one big family and would recommend this agency to anyone—you won’t find better.
Read Lorraine's story here
Children and young people come from different backgrounds, which is why we require foster carers who represent the diversity of today's society. Regardless of your sexuality, marital and relationship status, and whether you have children. You can foster.
Nexus Fostering is a fostering agency like no other. We believe all children and young people deserve a chance to live in a family setting, and we are proud that our foster carers and young people will always be our top priority.
A competitive allowance is rewarded to you as a foster carer for your valued work and for supporting the children in your care. We also offer payments for festivities, birthdays and holidays.
