Travelling from Halifax to our Handforth clinic is straightforward whichever way suits you best. By train, the most reliable route is into Manchester Piccadilly, then a direct train on the Styal Line to Handforth station — the clinic is just a five-minute walk from the platform, making the whole journey around an hour and a quarter door to door. If you prefer to drive, the M62 westbound connects neatly with the M60 and then the M56, bringing you off at junction 6 toward Handforth; allow approximately an hour and a half depending on traffic, and please be reassured that there is free on-site parking waiting for you when you arrive. One handy tip: if you are travelling by train, grabbing a coffee at Manchester Piccadilly during your connection gives you a quiet moment to gather your thoughts before the appointment. The screening itself typically takes two to three hours in a calm, relaxed setting — and once your assessment is complete, the detailed report travels electronically straight to your GP and school, so you only need to make the journey once.