We hold various events during the year across the county - both in person and online. We add new events all the time, so check back regularly if you don't see anything that suits you or give us a ring for an informal chat.
April
Wednesday, 1st April
⏰ 7:00 - 8:30pm
Come and join our recruitment colleagues, as they speak to you about the fostering application process and answer any questions. Hear from an experienced foster carer about their fostering journey with GCC too.
These are repeated information sessions - you only need to attend one.
Saturday, 11th April
⏰9am til 2pm
📍Cornhill Market Place & Surrounding Streets, Stroud GL5 2HH
Come and meet the team, ask your questions and find out a little more about why to foster with GCC.
Monday, 13th April
⏰ 7:30 - 9pm
Come and join our recruitment colleagues, as they speak to you about the fostering application process and answer any questions. Hear from an experienced foster carer about their fostering journey with GCC too.
These are repeated information sessions - you only need to attend one.
Tuesday, 21st April
⏰ 6:30 - 8:00pm
Come and join our recruitment colleagues, as they speak to you about the fostering application process and answer any questions. Hear from an experienced foster carer about their fostering journey with GCC too.
These are repeated information sessions - you only need to attend one.
Tuesday 28 April 2026
7:00 - 9:00pm
Stroud Congregational Church, GL5 1AY
We are holding a face to face information session in Stroud about unaccompanied children who seek asylum in the UK. We will answer questions such as:
We invite you to join us for this informal session led by the GCC fostering team, the Virtual School and foster carers.
May
Wednesday, 6th May
⏰ 7:00 - 8:30pm
Come and join our recruitment colleagues, as they speak to you about the fostering application process and answer any questions. Hear from an experienced foster carer about their fostering journey with GCC too.
These are repeated information sessions - you only need to attend one.
Tuesday, 12th May
⏰ 7:30 - 9pm
Come and join our recruitment colleagues, as they speak to you about the fostering application process and answer any questions. Hear from an experienced foster carer about their fostering journey with GCC too.
These are repeated information sessions - you only need to attend one.
Saturday, 16th May
⏰12 til 6pm
📍Imperial Gardens, Cheltenham, GL50 1QZ
Come and meet the team, ask your questions and find out a little more about why to foster with GCC.
Wednesday, 20th May
⏰ 6:30 - 8pm
Come and join our recruitment colleagues, as they speak to you about the fostering application process and answer any questions. Hear from an experienced foster carer about their fostering journey with GCC too.
These are repeated information sessions - you only need to attend one.