MILLFIELD

PaymentCheck Score 2025
84Good
0.5vs last year
#1382 in UK
#72 in South West

Company Information

Company Number
00522385
Registered Address
Millfield, Street, Somerset, BA16 0YD
Status
Active
Employee Count
590
Turnover
£57,879,000
EBITDA
£9,177,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private company limited by guarantee without share capital
Incorporated On
4 August 1953
Nature of Business
85100 - Pre-primary education
85200 - Primary education
85310 - General secondary education
Industries
Coming Soon
Region
South West

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
22 days
Shortest Period:28 days
Longest Period:28 days
Max Contractual:180 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
86%
31-60 Days
10%
After 60 Days
4%
Not Paid Within Terms34%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Payment Score History

Excellent (80+) Good (60-79) Fair (40-59) Poor (20-39) Very Poor (<20)

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2025-04-17
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Sept 2024 - 28 Feb 202517 Apr 20252286%10%4%34%
01 Sept 2023 - 29 Feb 202428 Mar 20242483%10%6%30%
01 Mar 2023 - 31 Aug 202329 Sept 20232871%21%8%46%
01 Sept 2022 - 28 Feb 202331 Mar 20233160%34%6%67%
01 Mar 2022 - 31 Aug 202230 Sept 20223647%44%9%74%
01 Sept 2021 - 28 Feb 202231 Mar 20223640%51%9%73%
01 Mar 2021 - 31 Aug 202130 Sept 20213344%51%5%80%
01 Sept 2020 - 28 Feb 202131 Mar 20213741%52%7%81%
01 Mar 2020 - 31 Aug 202001 Oct 20204132%54%14%83%
01 Sept 2019 - 29 Feb 202026 Mar 20202963%32%5%53%
01 Mar 2019 - 31 Aug 201930 Sept 20192886%10%4%26%
01 Sept 2018 - 28 Feb 201929 Mar 20192486%10%4%25%

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

Millfield is committed to meeting its obligation as they fall due. The standard payment term is net 28 days. Suppliers with alternative payment dates are used and agreement to non standard payment terms is based upon the discretion of the budget holder, custom and practice, size of supplier and nature of product or service being provided.

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

No additional information

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

180

Dispute Resolution Process

When the Finance office is made aware of a dispute the budget holder is notified. The budget holder is responsible for following up and resolving any disputes with the supplier. Where the budget holder is unable to resolve the dispute, assistance will be sought from the Finance Controller, Finance Director , and Legal advisors as appropriate.

Other Payment Information

Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?

For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.

Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?

This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.

Does this business offer supply chain finance?

This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.

Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

No information available

Company Summary

MILLFIELD is a leading independent school in the United Kingdom, offering education to students from ages 2 to 18. The school is located in Somerset and was founded in 1935. It has a strong focus on sustainability and offers a wide range of services and products to its students and the wider community.

The sustainability program at MILLFIELD includes a variety of initiatives aimed at reducing the school's environmental impact and promoting sustainable practices. This includes a recycling program, energy-saving measures, and a commitment to using local and ethically sourced products.

MILLFIELD offers a diverse range of academic and extracurricular activities to its students, including a strong emphasis on sports and the arts. The school has a renowned music and drama department and its students regularly participate in national and international competitions.

Key people at MILLFIELD include the Headmaster, Gavin Horgan, who has been in the role since 2019 and has a strong background in education and sports. The school also has a team of dedicated teachers and staff who are committed to providing the best education and support to their students.

For more information on MILLFIELD, their website address is www.millfieldschool.com. Their registered office address is Butleigh Road, Street, Somerset, BA16 0YD, UK. The school can also be contacted via email at enquiries@millfieldschool.com or by phone at +44 (0)1458 444 560.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£20,036,000
Net Worth
£50,414,000
Total Current Assets
£21,932,000
Total Current Liabilities
£18,710,000

Company Location