Foster Sandwell

18/06/2026

If you're thinking about fostering...

This Saturday (20th June) @10.30am, we'll be at Wednesbury Library, Walsall Street, Wednesbury, WS10 9EH for our next fostering information event.

Why not come along to meet our team, talk to our foster carers and get your questions about fostering with Sandwell answered.

It could be the start of something life changing...

For information on all our events go to www.fostersandwell.co.uk/come-to-a-fostering-information-event/

16/06/2026

We're at Wednesbury Library, Walsall Street, Wednesbury, WS10 9EH for our next information event this Saturday (20th June) and we can't wait to meet tomorrow's foster carers.

Come along at 10.30am to meet our team, talk to our foster carers and start your fostering journey with Sandwell.

For information on all our events go to www.fostersandwell.co.uk/come-to-a-fostering-information-event/

13/06/2026

A week today...

On Saturday 20th June @10.30am, we'll be at Wednesbury Library, Walsall Street, Wednesbury, WS10 9EH for our next information event.

Come along to meet our team, talk to our foster carers and get your questions about fostering with Sandwell answered. Make a date in your diary...

For information on all our events go to www.fostersandwell.co.uk/come-to-a-fostering-information-event/

11/06/2026

It's UNICEF's International Day of Play today!

That means giving children 31 more minutes of play on the school day.

👉 Find out more about the International Day of Play here: https://www.unicef.org/parenting/day-of-play

and see the Go Play Sandwell post 👇for more details.

TODAY!!!
🎉 International Day of Play – 11 June 2026 🎉

UNICEF are calling on all schools across the UK and Ireland to take part in the Play 31 Challenge — giving children 31 more minutes of play on the school day.
Let’s celebrate and protect children’s right to play 💛

Go Play Sandwell are already championing play across all towns in Sandwell, with free play sessions 50 weeks of the year for children ages 6-12 (or up to 16 with SEND).
👉 Find out more about international Day of Play here: https://www.unicef.org/parenting/day-of-play

10/06/2026

We'll be there! 🌈

It's just one of the events we're at over the summer - if you see us, say 'hi!'

🌈 Sandwell Pride is back!
🎉 Join us on Saturday 11 July at Dartmouth Park, 12 noon to 6pm, for a celebration full of colour, community and pride.

📣 Help us spread the word – share this post!

🤩 Here’s what’s coming up…
✨ Pride Walk
🎤 Live Entertainment & Tribute Acts
👑 Drag Performances
🛍️ Pride Market
🎡 Children’s Zone & Family Rave
🍔 Street Food & Drinks
📢 And more to be announced

🎉It’s a full day of fun, community and unforgettable moments – you won’t want to miss it!

🎟️ Open to all - tag, share and book your FREE tickets now!
👇 Link in the comments

09/06/2026

Here's an opportunity for an apprenticeship in sport and leisure.

Kore Sandwell have a Level 2 Community Activator Apprentice – with a Swimming Specialism vacancy.

It's open to anyone aged 16+, who's not in full-time education.

The closing date for applications is 26 June 2026.

For full details and the web address for applications, see the Kore Sandwell post 👇below.

🏊‍♀️ Apprenticeship Alert!

Ready to kick-start your career in sport and leisure? Join Kore Sandwell as a Level 2 Community Activator Apprentice – Swimming Specialism and gain valuable skills while making a difference in your community.

✅ Open to anyone aged 16+
✅ Not in full-time education
✅ Ideal for those starting out, upskilling, or looking for a new career path

📅 Closing Date: 26 June 2026

🔗 Apply here: https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/VAC2000034658

Don't miss this opportunity to dive into an exciting future! 💦

09/06/2026

Last call... we're at the Sandwell Family Hubs centre in today (Tuesday 9th June) for a drop-in session.

Pop in anytime between10am and 2pm if you want a 1-2-1 chat with one of our friendly team about fostering with Sandwell.

It could be the first step on an amazing journey...

08/06/2026

A quick reminder... this time tomorrow (Tuesday 9th June) we're at the Sandwell Family Hubs centre in

Pop in between 10am and 2pm if you want a 1-2-1 chat with one of our friendly team about fostering.

It could be the first step on an amazing journey...

02/06/2026

Don't forget, this time next week (Tuesday 9th June), we'll be at Smethwick Family Hub, Corbett Street, Smethwick B66 3PX from 10am to 2pm, for our next fostering drop-in session.

It's simple, just come along anytime between 10am and 2pm for a 1-2-1 chat about fostering with one of our friendly team. If you're thinking of fostering - why not drop-in?