NHS Paediatrics Referral Waiting Times in Oxford

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Updated April 2026

The typical wait to see a paediatrician is

14 weeks

That's just over 3 months

The NHS Paediatrics waiting list at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust currently has 6,562 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 14 weeks from GP referral. About 6 in 10 Paediatrics patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 160 have been waiting over a year. Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the South East region. Waits at this hospital are about 0.9 week shorter than in April 2025. It's slipped down 5 places in the national league for this department's; now 96 out of 117 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Apr 25Apr 26
Typical wait
13.7weeks
▼ -0.9 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
6in 10
▲ +4.6 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
6.6k
▼ -303
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
160
▼ -71
Been on the list for 12+ months
6 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
6,562
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
42 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
160 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
1,326 people
waiting for a surgery date
Already been told they need an operation

Long waiter breakdown

Of those waiting over a year, here's how long they've been waiting:

151waiting 1 to 1.25 years (52 to 65 weeks)
9waiting 1.25 to 1.5 years (65 to 78 weeks)

Wait time over time

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

▼ -0.9 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 slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 96th out of 117 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 17th 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.

John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, OX3 9DU
0300 304 7777
NHS Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire And Berkshire West Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Paediatrics waiting list at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 6,562 patients on its Paediatrics waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 14 weeks.

Does Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Paediatrics?

About 61% of Paediatrics patients at Oxford University Hospitals 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.