ACS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
76Good
7.3vs last year
#2298 in UK
#87 in Education
#375 in South East

Company Information

Company Number
00910010
Registered Address
Heywood, Portsmouth Road, Cobham Surrey, KT11 1BL
Status
Active
Employee Count
957
Turnover
£89,125,000
EBITDA
£10,007,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
5 July 1967
Nature of Business
85100 - Pre-primary education
85200 - Primary education
85310 - General secondary education
Industries
Education
Region
South East

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
27 days
Shortest Period:7 days
Longest Period:60 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
78%
31-60 Days
19%
After 60 Days
3%
Not Paid Within Terms27%

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: 2023-08-30
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Feb 2025 - 31 Jul 202529 Aug 20253171%20%9%37%
01 Aug 2024 - 31 Jan 202524 Feb 20252976%20%4%33%
01 Aug 2023 - 31 Jan 202426 Feb 20242682%15%3%25%
01 Feb 2023 - 31 Jul 202330 Aug 20232778%19%3%27%
01 Aug 2022 - 31 Jan 202322 Feb 20232981%15%4%35%
01 Feb 2022 - 31 Jul 202231 Aug 20222683%14%3%31%
01 Aug 2021 - 31 Jan 202221 Feb 20223359%33%8%59%
01 Feb 2021 - 31 Jul 202126 Nov 20212683%12%5%38%
01 Aug 2020 - 31 Jan 202127 Feb 20212685%12%3%30%
01 Feb 2020 - 31 Jul 202024 Aug 20202682%16%2%33%
01 Aug 2019 - 31 Jan 202027 Feb 20202281%17%2%50%
01 Feb 2019 - 31 Jul 201927 Aug 20192191%8%1%34%
01 Aug 2018 - 31 Jan 201925 Feb 20192184%15%1%38%
01 Feb 2018 - 31 Jul 201816 Aug 20181791%7%2%28%
01 Aug 2017 - 31 Jan 201827 Feb 20181398%2%0%38%

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

The most common terms are 30 days but some suppliers are on 7, 14, 21 and 60 day terms.

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

No

Any other information about payment terms

N/A

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

60

Dispute Resolution Process

Payment is withheld until the dispute is resolved. The person requesting the goods or services is responsible for liasing with the supplier to resolve the dispute.

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

ACS International Schools Limited is a leading education provider with a strong focus on sustainability. The company operates four schools across the UK and one in Qatar, offering a range of educational programs for students from ages 2 to 18.

As part of their sustainability program, ACS International Schools Limited has implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact. This includes promoting sustainable practices, reducing energy consumption, and implementing recycling programs. They also encourage students to adopt sustainable habits through their curriculum and extracurricular activities.

In terms of products and services, ACS International Schools Limited offers a comprehensive education that focuses on academic excellence, personal development, and global citizenship. Their curriculum is designed to prepare students for the challenges of the modern world and equip them with the skills and knowledge needed to become responsible global citizens.

The key people behind ACS International Schools Limited include the CEO, Mr. Richard Boobyer, and the Board of Directors. They are committed to providing a high-quality education that meets the needs of each individual student and prepares them for a successful future.

For more information on ACS International Schools Limited and their sustainability efforts, you can visit their website at www.acs-schools.com. Their registered office address is Heywood, Portsmouth Road, Cobham, Surrey, KT11 1BL, United Kingdom.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£40,681,450
Net Worth
£103,812,742
Total Current Assets
£50,564,853
Total Current Liabilities
£56,234,259

Company Location