Information sessions
If you're curious about fostering and have questions, join us for an informal chat at one of our information sessions or around your community. You can meet a representative from our fostering service or a foster carer.
Check out the dates for our upcoming online information sessions and events where you can meet the team in person, ask questions, and learn more about becoming a foster carer.
We’re also excited to invite you to our Fostering Film Festival, featuring powerful short films—including The Run—that celebrate the journey and impact of fostering. These screenings are a great way to connect with the community and hear real stories of care and transformation.
You can book your spot online, or email us at fostering.marketing@surreycc.gov.uk.
Meet the team
Tuesday 2nd December, 1pm to 5pm, Short Breaks Open Afternoon,
Sunday 14th December, 10am to 4pm, Christmas Crafts,
Thursday 8th January, 10am to 1pm, Drop In,
Please come find us at one of our .
Fostering Film Festival 2025 Tour
Step inside ßÙßÇÂþ» fostering! Join our Community Tour to learn, explore, and celebrate the work of our foster carers, with fun for the whole family and free popcorn to enjoy.
Friday 14 November, 1pm to 2pm,
Monday 17 November, 6pm to 7pm,
Tuesday 18 November, 2pm to 3pm,
Tuesday 18 November, 6pm to 7pm,
Thursday 20 November, 7:30pm to 8:30pm,
Monday 24 November, 2pm to 3pm,
Tuesday 25 November, 6pm to 7pm,
Online information sessions [OIS]
Wednesday 26 November, 2025, 6pm to 8:30pm, Learn about fostering and talk to a carer and care leaver,
Wednesday 3 December, 2025, 6pm to 8:30pm, Learn about Short Breaks fostering and talk to a carer and care leaver,
Wednesday 17 December, 2025, 6pm to 8:30pm, Learn about fostering and talk to a carer and care leaver,
Awareness Weeks
ßÙßÇÂþ»'s Short Breaks Week, takes place Monday 1 to Friday 5 December in 2025 and is a celebration of the vital role short breaks carers play in supporting children with additional needs and their families.
Throughout the week, we’ll be hosting events, open days, and information sessions to help you learn more about Short Breaks, meet experienced carers, and explore how you could get involved, whether occasionally or more regularly.
Further information
We use for our online events. It's free to use, but you might need to create a login.
If you are unable to attend one of our online or in-person events, please reach out and let us know at fostering.marketing@surreycc.gov.uk