Are you passionate about making a difference in children’s lives by opening a fostering service
CCK Consultancy is here to turn that vision into reality. We offer complete support for individuals charities and organisations looking to establish their own fostering agencies in the UK. From the first idea through to Ofsted registration and inspection our experienced and approachable team will guide you every step of the way. With our strong background in children’s social care and a deep understanding of UK fostering legislation you can launch your fostering agency with confidence and compliance
why set up a fostering agency?
Starting a fostering agency is a chance to create real positive change for vulnerable children and young people in the UK, where over 100000 children are in care and around three quarters live with foster families, yet there is a shortfall of about 6000 foster carers, and independent fostering agencies can help bridge this gap by working alongside local authorities to recruit, assess, train and support foster carers who provide safe and loving homes when children cannot live with their birth families, making this not just a business opportunity but a mission to meet a vital social need and improve lives. The rewards include keeping siblings together, maintaining community ties and offering stability at a critical stage, and whether you are a care professional, charity or entrepreneur, CCK Consultancy ensures your agency launches with full compliance, strong values and best practice from the outset.
Our comprehensive service offer
CCK Consultancy provides an end-to-end package of support to cover every aspect of establishing your fostering agency. Our services are fully tailored to your needs and designed to ensure your agency meets all regulatory requirements while reflecting your unique values. Here is what we can do for you
Strategic consultation and feasibility assessments
We start by understanding your vision and conducting feasibility studies. Our experts help you gauge the demand for fostering in your target area and craft a strategic roadmap for your agency’s development. From assessing local needs to analysing competition and resources, we ensure your plan to start a fostering agency is realistic and sustainable
Ofsted registration guidance and management
We guide you step by step through the Ofsted registration process. Our team prepares your application, collates all required documentation, and corresponds with Ofsted on your behalf. This includes support with your statement of purpose and meeting criteria for managers and owners. With our guidance, you meet all fostering regulations and standards with confidence
Drafting essential policies and procedures
We help you develop all critical policies and procedures in line with legislation and fostering standards. This includes safeguarding and child protection, complaints, equality and diversity, missing child procedures, behaviour management, anti-bullying policies, and the children’s guide. These documents are designed to reflect best practice and embed a child-centred culture in your agency
Business planning budgeting and organisation structure
We assist you in creating a detailed business plan and realistic budget, covering projected income and costs, cash-flow forecasts, and funding strategies. We advise on organisational structure, helping define roles and responsibilities across your team, ensuring effective governance and regulatory compliance from the outset
Recruitment and vetting of key personnel
We support you in recruiting and vetting your initial team, including your registered manager and responsible individual. We guide you through DBS checks, references, and ensuring staff meet the experience and values required. Our network helps you identify suitable professionals or develop talent internally to lead your fostering agency with integrity
Staff training aligned to fostering regulations
We deliver or arrange bespoke training for your team and early foster carers in safeguarding, recruitment, trauma-informed care and national fostering standards. Training is tailored to your service’s needs and aligns with regulations. Our aim is to instil confidence and competence across your team from the beginning
Ongoing support and pre-inspection compliance monitoring
Our support continues as you prepare for your first Ofsted inspection. We offer compliance audits, mock inspections, advice on records and reviews, and help solve early operational challenges. We help implement quality assurance systems and prepare your staff to show inspectors the strength of your service. Beyond inspection, we remain a long-term partner, offering ongoing consultancy as your agency grows and evolves
why choose CCK Consultancy?
Embarking on the journey to establish a fostering agency is a significant undertaking but with CCK Consultancy by your side you gain a partner with the expertise experience and ethos to make it a smooth and rewarding process. Here is why clients choose CCK
Unparalleled experience in children’s social care
We are proven experts with over 15 years of experience in the care sector. Our team has extensive knowledge of UK fostering regulations Ofsted requirements and best practices in children’s social care. We have been instrumental in setting up and improving numerous care services. CCK Consultancy has supported more than 72 clients across the UK in achieving their goals. When you work with us you tap into a wealth of hard-earned insight from legislative compliance to the practical realities of running a care organisation all of which we use to help make your project a success
End-to-end personalised support
Unlike one-size-fits-all consulting we provide hands-on guidance tailored to your vision and circumstances. We take the time to understand your goals and concerns and we adapt our support accordingly. Whether you need us intensively during the initial setup or prefer ongoing mentorship our approach is flexible and client-focused. At CCK we combine deep expertise with a client-first attitude to create solutions that truly make an impact. You will feel supported every step of the way knowing we are just as invested in your outcome as you are
Trusted and credible
CCK Consultancy is a name you can trust in the social care consulting field. We operate with integrity transparency and a genuine passion for improving care services. Our reputation is built on delivering results that exceed expectations and empowering our clients to thrive. Clients consistently praise our professionalism knowledge and dedication. When you choose CCK you gain not only a consultancy but a committed ally. We understand what is at stake the wellbeing of children and we hold ourselves to the highest standards of quality and ethics in helping you fulfil that mission
Comprehensive understanding of regulations
The fostering sector is complex with many layers of legislation and statutory duties. Staying compliant can be overwhelming especially for new providers. CCK Consultancy’s specialists stay up to date with UK law and policy in children’s social care so you do not have to. We interpret legal requirements ensure your practices meet current standards and keep you informed of best practice developments. Our aim is to remove uncertainty and give you peace of mind that your service is compliant from the outset
Passion for positive change
At our core we are driven by the same purpose as you to improve the lives of children and young people. CCK Consultancy stands for quality integrity and innovation. We do not just meet requirements we go further to help you build a truly impactful fostering agency. Our values guide every part of our work and we mirror your commitment with our own to create a service that genuinely improves outcomes and contributes to lasting change in communities
