Paediatrics Department Waiting Times in Oxford

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a paediatrician is

15 weeks

That's 3½ months

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the South East region. There are currently 5,462 people waiting to see a paediatrician, with a typical wait of about 3½ months. 57% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

57 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
5,462
people on the waiting list
44 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
188 people
have been waiting over a year
1,275 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (23% of the list)

Long waiter breakdown

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

180waiting 1–1.25 years (52–65 weeks)
8waiting 1.25–1.5 years (65–78 weeks)

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 slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 89th out of 118 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 16th 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

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The current average Paediatrics waiting time at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is about 15 weeks.

How does Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust compare to other hospitals for Paediatrics?

You can compare Paediatrics waiting times across all NHS hospitals on WaitRadar to find shorter waits near you.

Can I choose which hospital I'm referred to?

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.

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