NHS Paediatrics Referral Waiting Times in Kettering

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Updated June 2026

The typical wait to see a paediatrician is

8 weeks

That's nearly 2 months

The NHS Paediatrics waiting list at Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust currently has 305 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 8 weeks from GP referral. About 8 in 10 Paediatrics patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the Midlands region. Waits at this hospital are about 2.4 weeks shorter than in June 2025. It's moved up 26 places in the national league for this department's; now 16 out of 117 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Jun 25Jun 26
Typical wait
7.6weeks
▼ -2.4 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
8in 10
▲ +6.5 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
305
▲ +75
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
8 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
305
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
25 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
6 people
waiting for a surgery date
Already been told they need an operation

Wait time over time

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

▼ -2.4 wks

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 11 weeks. This hospital is faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 16th out of 117 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 4th out of 23 in Midlands

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.

Rothwell Road, Kettering, NN16 8UZ
01536 492000
NHS Northamptonshire Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Paediatrics waiting list at Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust?

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 305 patients on its Paediatrics waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 8 weeks.

Does Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Paediatrics?

About 83% of Paediatrics patients at Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation 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.