Paediatric Appointments

Caring for your children

A large emphasis is placed on the care of children at the Practice. In addition to providing routine and emergency appointments, we recommend that babies and children have check-ups and vaccinations on a regular basis. All paediatric appointments are given by doctors specialising in this field, and are offered at flexible times throughout the week including Saturday mornings.

We suggest the following check-ups in the first 5 years of your child’s life:

Age
Full physical and developmental check 6 weeks
Regular monthly reviews 6 weeks – 4 months
Developmental and physical examination 8 months
Annual developmental and physical assessment 1 year – 4 years
Annual physical assessment 5 years+

 

We recommend the following vaccination schedule:

2 MONTHS

6-in-1 (DTaP/IPV/HiB/Hep B) – Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (whooping cough), Polio, Haemophilus influenzae type b, Hepatitis B
Rotarix – Rotavirus
Bexsero – Meningitis B

3 MONTHS

6-in-1 (DTaP/IPV/HiB/Hep B) – Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (whooping cough), Polio, Haemophilus influenzae type b, Hepatitis B (2nd dose)
Rotarix – Rotavirus (2nd dose)
Prevenar – Pneumococcal (PCV) (1st dose)

4 MONTHS

6-in-1 (DTaP/IPV/HiB/Hep B) – Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (whooping cough), Polio, Haemophilus influenzae type b, Hepatitis B (3rd dose)
Bexsero – Meningitis B (2nd dose)

12 MONTHS

Menitorix – Meningitis C & Haemophilus influenzae type b (combined)
Prevenar – Pneumococcal (2nd dose)

13 MONTHS

MMR – Measles, Mumps and Rubella (1st dose)
Varilrix – Chicken Pox (1st dose)

14 MONTHS

Bexsero – Meningitis B (3rd dose)

15 MONTHS

Varilrix – Chicken Pox (2nd dose)

3 YEARS 4 MONTHS – 5 YEARS

4-in-1 (DTaP/IPV) – Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (whooping cough), Polio
MMR – Measles, Mumps and Rubella (2nd dose)

12-13 YEARS

Gardasil – HPV

13-14 YEARS

DT/IPV – Diphtheria, Tetanus, Polio
Nimenrix – Meningitis ACWY

OTHER

Influenza vaccine is given each October by injection between the ages of 6 months and 2 years, whilst children between the ages of 2 and 18 may have the nasal flu vaccine.

Bexsero (Meningitis B) is available for children of all ages who have not been vaccinated in their first year (dose regime varies depending on age).

BCG (Tuberculosis) is not carried out at the Practice, but can be organised with a local Paediatrician.

Ticovac (Tic borne encephalitis) is available after the age of 12 months – 3 dose regime.

Additional vaccines that may be required for travel abroad can also usually be provided (e.g. rabies vaccine). We are not, however, able to offer Yellow Fever vaccine.

This schedule is a guideline only. We are also able to adapt this schedule to meet the requirements of other countries such as the United States, Spain and Turkey.

Children can be seen at any time outside of scheduled checks and a doctor is always available to answer your questions and concerns.

Older children can also be seen for routine checks, including for school and summer camp medicals.

 

Melinda, South Kensington

"Thank you, everyone at Courtfield Private Practice, for looking after our family for so many years. It will be hard to beat this level of service and professionalism when we are looking for our next primary care. Wishing you all the best and thank you again!"

Fiona, Kensington

“Thank you for another year of such wonderful care and for always fitting us in, even when you’re busy. You’re such a great doctor but somehow you always make us feel like we’re popping in to see a friend! How wonderful is that?!”

Jo, Knightsbridge

“I am very lucky to have a doctor so kind, patient and understanding… You make us feel we can ask you anything, and you will always give us the best, most practical help with your network of contacts”

Riza, Knightsbridge

"We are extremely happy with Dr Ladbrooke and everyone at Courtfield Private Practice. Everyone is friendly, happy and caring while providing wonderful medical services. Thank you!"

Anonymous

"Dr Sophie Ladbrooke made my normally anxious-during-doctor-visits daughter very at ease and comfortable. I’d even go as far as to say that she enjoyed the consultation. Dr Ladbrooke listened to my concerns and did a thorough check and explanation. Couldn’t have asked for a better consult. Thank you!"

Anonymous

"Dr Wood is one of the best doctors I have ever seen and I recommend her to all of my friends & family. In fact my dad comes from the US to see her. She is fantastic."

Robert & Lucy, Chelsea

“Amazing Doctor, has followed my son since he was 2 weeks old. Always put me and my son at ease. Careful and detailed explanation of what he is doing, empathetic and wonderful attitude, approachable- I have complete trust in him"

Anonymous

"A truly exceptional doctor in every way - professional, thorough, kind, patient, knowledgeable, wonderful"

Marcel, South Kensington

"Thank you so much for all your help over the last very hard month. We are so grateful. You are the best!"

Anonymous

"We are always delighted to see Dr Wood. She always makes me & my child feel very relaxed, at ease and on a positive side of things. Dr Wood is very efficient and quickly responds to all questions/concerns that I address to her. Such a lovely doctor."

Simon, Fulham

"Ability to make Saturday appointments and appointments early in the morning and late in the evening is very helpful"

Caroline, Earl’s Court

“Thanks for all your kindness and support through one of my toughest years”

Micaela, London

"I cannot thank you enough for the speedy email. It was very kind of you to let me know as soon as you had the results.  Your empathy and professionalism are unmatched."

Annabelle, Sussex

“Lovely Practice with delightful staff”