NHS Paediatrics Referral Waiting Times in Sheffield

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Updated June 2026

The typical wait to see a paediatrician is

9 weeks

That's just over 2 months

The NHS Paediatrics waiting list at Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust currently has 11,322 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 9 weeks from GP referral. About 7 in 10 Paediatrics patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 141 have been waiting over a year. Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the North East and Yorkshire region. Waits at this hospital are about 1.7 weeks shorter than in June 2025. It's moved up 4 places in the national league for this department's; now 45 out of 117 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Jun 25Jun 26
Typical wait
9.4weeks
▼ -1.7 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
7in 10
▲ +7.1 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
11k
▼ -773
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
141
▼ -180
Been on the list for 12+ months
7 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
11,322
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
34 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
141 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
2,408 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:

137waiting 1 to 1.25 years (52 to 65 weeks)
4waiting 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.

▼ -1.7 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 45th out of 117 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 9th out of 19 in North East and Yorkshire

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.

Western Bank, Sheffield, S10 2TH
0114 271 7000
NHS South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Paediatrics waiting list at Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust?

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 11,322 patients on its Paediatrics waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 9 weeks.

Does Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Paediatrics?

About 74% of Paediatrics patients at Sheffield Children's 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.