Coming to The Children's Hospital at Westmead

The Children’s Hospital at Westmead is the largest paediatric centre in NSW and provides excellent care for children within a positive, caring and healing environment.

For detailed information about visiting hospital or what to expect when you have a family member or friend stay in hospital, see our visitor guidelines

Opening hours

Be aware that hospital visiting hours may vary from ward to ward. Note that most wards have a 'quiet time' in the afternoons between 12:30pm and 2pm, when children and infants sleep. Please respect other patients and families during this time.

The Patient handbook

Everything you need to know about being a patient at our hospitals.