Article: Private Fostering
Private fostering
Private fostering is defined as an arrangement that is made
privately, that is without the involvement of the local
authority. It applies to children under the age of 16 (or
under 18 if they are disabled), who are being cared for by
someone other than a parent or close relative, and is expected
to last for 28 days or more. This
leaflet provides information about
professional's responsibilities to notify the local authority about
private fostering arrangement
More infomation is available through
this link
Barnsley Safeguarding Children Board Policies and
Procedures are available
here