Across all departments, most patients wait about
11 weeks
That's roughly 2½ months:
7 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks.
Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since February 2025.
Formerly known as
This trust was formed from or previously known as:
The Hospital For Sick ChildrenThe Hospitals For Sick Children Special Ha
Hospital sites at Great Ormond Street Hospital For Children NHS Foundation Trust
Great Ormond Street Hospital For Children NHS Foundation Trust operates the following NHS hospital sites. Waiting list figures on this page cover the trust as a whole.
Broomfield Hospital Colchester General Hospital Essex County Hospital Great Ormond Street Hospital Central London King George Hospital North Middlesex Hospital (Gosh Satellite) Queens Hospital Royal Free Hospital Southend Hospital St Margaret's Hospital St. Bartholomews Hospital The Royal London Hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the NHS waiting list at Great Ormond Street Hospital For Children NHS Foundation Trust?
Great Ormond Street Hospital For Children NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 8,448 patients on its NHS waiting list. The typical wait across all departments is around 11 weeks from GP referral, though this varies significantly by specialty.
Does Great Ormond Street Hospital For Children NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?
About 7 in 10 patients at Great Ormond Street Hospital For Children NHS Foundation Trust are currently seen within the 18-week referral-to-treatment target. The NHS constitutional standard is 9 in 10 (92%).
How do I contact Great Ormond Street Hospital For Children NHS Foundation Trust?
Great Ormond Street Hospital For Children NHS Foundation Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 020 7405 9200. Ask to be connected to the relevant department or clinic.
Can I choose to be referred to this hospital?
Yes. Under the NHS Constitution, patients in England have the right to choose which hospital they are referred to for a first outpatient appointment. Discuss your options with your GP before accepting a referral.