This pathway acknowledges that the paediatric population who utilise elective surgical services are becoming more complex, with up to 1 in 5 children or young people having a neurodevelopmental, learning, or behavioural need. Also, anxiety is a prominent issue in children and young people facing an anaesthetic. With the right support and input, these children can cope with the unfamiliar environment of hospital, even the fast-paced nature of elective day surgery hubs, and this in turn will enhance safety and improve the child or young person’s experience of care. This is a bundle of  documents that provides a reference for what is considered best practice across the South Thames region