What is a Mockingbird constellation?

Each group of fostering families within the Mockingbird model is called a constellation. There are usually around six to ten fostering families in each constellation. The families can differ in sizes and might include single parent foster carers or couples and birth children, along with any looked after children.

Foster carers in a constellation are linked together in their own networked community. There is a focus on providing mutual support, skills sharing and regular socialising. At the centre of the constellation is a home hub and home hub foster carer(s). Each constellation is also supported by a family support worker for your local authority.