NHS Paediatrics Referral Waiting Times in Newport

Isle Of Wight NHS Trust

Updated February 2026

The typical wait to see a paediatrician is

3 weeks

The NHS Paediatrics waiting list at Isle Of Wight NHS Trust currently has 75 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 3 weeks from GP referral. About 10 in 10 Paediatrics patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). Isle Of Wight NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the South East region.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
2.9weeks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
10in 10
▲ +100 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
75
▲ +75
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
10 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
75
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
4 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer

Wait time over time

Median wait for this department, with the national average as a dashed line.

How long are people waiting?

Distribution of patients by how many weeks they've been on the waiting list.

How does this compare?

The national average wait to see a paediatrician is about 12 weeks. This hospital is faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 2nd out of 118 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 2nd out of 18 in South East

What does Paediatrics cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Developmental assessments
Childhood asthma
Growth concerns
Behavioural assessments (ADHD, autism)
Paediatric allergies
Childhood eczema
Recurrent infections
Bed-wetting (enuresis)

Hospital contact

Main hospital switchboard. ask to be connected to the department.

St Marys Hospital, Newport, PO30 5TG
NHS Hampshire And Isle Of Wight Integrated Care Board

Patient experiences

People who used this department at this hospital.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Paediatrics waiting list at Isle Of Wight NHS Trust?

Isle Of Wight NHS Trust currently has about 75 patients on its Paediatrics waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 3 weeks.

Does Isle Of Wight NHS Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Paediatrics?

About 100% of Paediatrics patients at Isle Of Wight NHS Trust are currently seen within 18 weeks of GP referral. The NHS constitutional target is 92%.

Can I choose a different hospital if the Paediatrics wait is too long?

Yes. Under the NHS Constitution, patients in England can ask their GP to refer them to any hospital that provides NHS care. Use WaitRadar to compare Paediatrics waiting times at other NHS hospitals near you before accepting a referral.

This is informational data, not medical advice. Always discuss referral options with your GP. Full disclaimer.