Children’s consultations
Assessment of children’s health concerns and follow-up care across all childhood age groups. The medical team arranges investigations, treatment and any specialist involvement needed.
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Little patients.
Personal attention.
Medical care for children across all childhood age groups, with consultations and a dedicated children’s ward. Our medical and nursing teams work with parents and caregivers to plan each child’s care.
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Medical care for children across all childhood age groups, with consultations and a dedicated children’s ward. Our medical and nursing teams work with parents and caregivers to plan each child’s care.
Children’s inpatient care
A dedicated children’s ward provides accommodation and nursing support for children who need admission following clinical assessment.
Working with families
The team explains care and follow-up arrangements to parents and caregivers. Bring the child’s health records and any referral or previous reports.
Planning your visit
Know before you go.
- Bring the child’s health records, any referral and relevant reports.
- Relatives may stay overnight; speak with the ward nurse about arrangements.
- Ask reception to confirm the clinician and any specialist paediatric availability required for your child.
- Visitors to maternity and children’s wards should be close family or other visitors authorised by the patient or family. Check with the ward nurse before visiting.
The hospital and inpatient care are open 24 hours. Regular doctor consultations: Monday–Saturday, 8am–5pm; Sunday, 2pm–6pm. Reception confirms any specialist arrangements.
Our people
Meet nursing leadership.
Our medical and nursing colleagues assess children’s needs, provide care and keep parents informed. Nursing leadership supports observation, comfort and coordination during a hospital stay.
Director of Nursing and Midwifery Services
Matron Cecila Jackson
Leads nursing and midwifery services across the hospital. Coordinates the nursing team, ward routines and patient support, working with the Chief of Medical Staff and department colleagues to support standards of care, clear communication and the needs of patients and families.
Reception can explain which team members and service arrangements apply to your visit.
Speak with reception