We recognise that wait time is important when choosing an assessment provider. We do our best to keep waiting times as low as possible.
All waiting times are approximate as they are impacted by the number of referrals received and the clinical resources available to us. Due to this, wait times may vary between ages.
| Service | Wait Times |
| Autism, ADHD or Combined Assessments | Once we have received payment, we will make contact to gather further information which will be reviewed before appointments are offered. |
| ADHD Medication | 3 months from receipt of first payment to Initial Appointment with Nurse Prescriber |
At Oakdale, we aim to be as transparent as possible with our NHS Right to Choose waiting times.
Please note that current waiting times depend on how many referrals your local Integrated Care Board (ICB) allows Oakdale to carry out in a given year. This is called an activity management plan.
Children, Young People and Adults Autism/ADHD/Combined Assessments
| Area | Wait times | |
| West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board | 24 months + | |
| Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board | Approx 24 months | |
| All Other Integrated Care Boards | 12 – 18 months | |
Early Years Autism Assessments (Children under 5 years)
| Area | Wait times | |
| West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board | 12 months + | |
| Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board | Approx 12 months | |
| All Other Integrated Care Boards | 9 months | |
Our administrative team do not have any further information on waiting times, and our website will be updated monthly with any changes. To keep our phone lines free for booking new appointments, we ask that you kindly avoid calling about waiting times.
| Service Type | Age Range | Wait times |
| Children & Young People ADHD Medication | 6-17yrs | 9 – 12 months to Initial Appointment with the Nurse Prescriber * |
| Adult ADHD Medication | 18yrs+ | 9 – 12 months to Initial Appointment with the Nurse Prescriber * |
**For referrals within West Yorkshire, please visit our ADHD Medication Service page on our website for the most up-to-date information on the referrals we are currently able to accept.
For all referrals received from outside of West Yorkshire, we will contact the Integrated Care Board (ICB)for your area. ICBs (Integrated Care Boards) are NHS organisations responsible for planning health services for their local population. We require essential information from them in order to prescribe medication and cannot progress your referral until an appropriate arrangement is in place. This process will affect waiting times and will take longer due to coordination with the relevant ICB.
You may still refer and join our waiting list; however, your referral will remain on hold until the necessary processes have been confirmed with your local ICB. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide specific timescales and cannot guarantee your referral will progress. If your local ICB does not confirm your eligibility, you will be discharged from our service.
Oakdale Centre is not able to intervene in or influence your ICB’s decision. However, you can contact your local Integrated Care Board’s Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS), a confidential NHS service offering support, information, and assistance to patients, their families, and carers.**
Waiting times are updated on a monthly basis.
Last updated: November 2025
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