CANFORD SCHOOL,LIMITED
Company Information
- Company Number
- 00190956
- Registered Address
- The Bursary, Canford School, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 3AD
- Status
- Active
- Employee Count
- 449
- Turnover
- £24,910,000
- EBITDA
- £3,803,000
Additional Details
- Website
- https://canford.com/
- Company Type
- Private company limited by guarantee without share capital
- Incorporated On
- 27 June 1923
- Nature of Business
- 85310 - General secondary education
- Industries
- Education
- Region
- South West
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Performance Reports History
| Reporting Period | Filing Date | Average Time to Pay (days) | Paid within 30 days | Paid 31-60 days | Paid after 60 days | Not Paid within Terms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Feb 2025 - 31 Jul 2025 | 20 Oct 2025 | 28 | 82% | 15% | 3% | 14% |
| 01 Aug 2024 - 31 Jan 2025 | 23 May 2025 | 26 | 64% | 33% | 3% | 33% |
| 01 Aug 2023 - 31 Jan 2024 | 05 Jul 2024 | 33 | 49% | 47% | 4% | 32% |
| 01 Feb 2023 - 31 Jul 2023 | 02 Oct 2023 | 30 | 55% | 43% | 2% | 28% |
| 01 Feb 2022 - 31 Jul 2022 | 06 Sept 2022 | 32 | 62% | 37% | 1% | 22% |
| 01 Feb 2021 - 31 Jul 2021 | 09 Aug 2021 | 29 | 62% | 36% | 2% | 18% |
| 01 Aug 2020 - 31 Jan 2021 | 09 Feb 2021 | 30 | 60% | 39% | 1% | 22% |
| 01 Feb 2020 - 31 Jul 2020 | 11 Aug 2020 | 27 | 70% | 27% | 3% | 16% |
| 01 Aug 2018 - 31 Jan 2019 | 05 Mar 2019 | 28 | 63% | 33% | 4% | 25% |
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Payment Terms
Standard payment terms
Standard payment terms for new suppliers are 45 days.
Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?
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Any other information about payment terms
No additional information
Maximum contractual payment period agreed
60
Dispute Resolution Process
Disputes are resolved by negotiation involving the relevant parties.
Other Payment Information
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During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?
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Company Summary
Canford School, Limited is a prestigious independent boarding school located in Wimborne, Dorset, UK. The school was founded in 1923 and has a long history of providing high-quality education to students aged 13-18.
The school's sustainability program is an integral part of their operations, with a focus on reducing their environmental impact and promoting ethical practices. They have implemented various initiatives such as using renewable energy, reducing waste and promoting eco-friendly transportation options.
Canford School offers a wide range of academic and extracurricular activities for their students, including a strong focus on sports and the arts. Their facilities include state-of-the-art classrooms, sports fields, and a modern performing arts center.
The school is led by a team of experienced and dedicated individuals, with headmaster Ben Vessey at the helm. Other key members of the team include the bursar, academic staff, and pastoral staff, all of whom play a crucial role in providing a well-rounded education to the students.
For any inquiries or further information, Canford School can be contacted through their website at www.canfordschool.co.uk or via email at office@canford.com. Their registered office address is Canford School, Wimborne, Dorset, England, BH21 3AD.
