Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health

About us

We are the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, a registered charity and the membership body for paediatricians in the UK and around the world. Founded in 1996 and now with about 24,000 members in the UK and internationally, we play a major role in postgraduate medical education, professional standards, research and policy.

Our strategy

Our three-year strategy speaks to our members’ stated priorities: to support paediatricians' working lives and to advocate for a healthier future for children and young people. We have four strategic goals: on workforce, child health, evidence and international impact.

Our team

The College is governed by our dynamic Board of Trustees and Council. Our senior management team leads our divisions: Digital; Research & Quality Improvement; Education & Training; Membership, Policy & External Affairs; Corporate Services; CEO; and People & Culture.

Our history and archive

As first the British Paediatric Association and, since 1996, a Royal College, we have a rich heritage of collaboration and innovation in child health. We have an extensive historical archive, and invite you to explore our online catalogue.