Foster carer fees and allowances

Christmas or religious festival allowance is paid automatically in December. You will get it as a separate payment approximately two weeks before 25 December.

The allowance is to cover presents and related costs. It is equal to one week's basic maintenance allowance, according to the child or young person's age:

• Child aged 0 to 10 years: £187
• Child or young person aged 11 to 17 years: £249