BUSY BEES DAY NURSERIES TRADING LIMITED

Company Information

Company Number
03229362
Registered Address
St Matthews, Shaftsbury Drive, Burntwood, Staffordshire, WS7 9QP
Status
Active
Employee Count
707.0
Turnover
31597000.0
EBITDA
4902000.0

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
25 July 1996
Nature of Business
85100 - Pre-primary education
Industries
Education,Healthcare And Wellbeing
Region
West Midlands

Company Location

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Financial Metrics

Cash
£74,000.00
Net Worth
£135,373,000.00
Total Current Assets
£131,116,000.00
Total Current Liabilities
£7,704,000.00
Reporting Period
2023-07-01 to 2023-12-31Filed: 2024-01-31

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
45 days
Shortest Period:30 days
Longest Period:0 days
Max Contractual:30 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
33%
31-60 Days
53%
After 60 Days
14%
Not Paid Within Terms27%

Payment Features

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

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Performance Reports History

Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202331 Jan 20244533%53%14%27%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202309 Aug 20234429%58%13%21%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202210 Feb 20236922%53%25%36%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202204 Aug 20225523%52%25%33%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202104 Feb 2022557%73%20%19%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202130 Jul 2021565%78%17%27%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202030 Jan 2021514%80%16%28%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202030 Jul 2020526%77%17%17%
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 201931 Jan 20205010%70%20%19%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201902 Aug 20195015%68%17%22%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201831 Jan 20195315%61%24%28%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201801 Aug 20185016%67%17%21%

Company Summary

BUSY BEES DAY NURSERIES (TRADING) LIMITED is a leading provider of daycare and early education services in the UK

The company operates a network of over 350 nurseries across the country, catering to children from birth to five years old

As part of their commitment to sustainability, BUSY BEES DAY NURSERIES (TRADING) LIMITED has implemented various initiatives such as using eco-friendly materials and reducing their carbon footprint

They also have a recycling program in place and encourage staff, children and parents to participate in sustainable practices

The company offers a range of childcare services, including full and part-time daycare, preschool education, and holiday clubs

Their curriculum is based on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, providing a holistic approach to children's development

The key people at BUSY BEES DAY NURSERIES (TRADING) LIMITED include their CEO, Marg Randles, who has been with the company since its inception in 1983

She is supported by a team of experienced directors and managers who ensure the smooth running of the nurseries

The company's website address is https://www.busybeeschildcare.co.uk/ where parents can find information on their nearest nursery, services offered, and enrollment process

The registered office address is Busy Bees Day Nurseries (Trading) Limited, Kings Court, King Street, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 6DX

In summary, BUSY BEES DAY NURSERIES (TRADING) LIMITED is a reputable childcare provider with a strong commitment to sustainability

Their range of services, experienced team, and dedication to providing quality early education make them a top choice for parents in the UK

Invoice Payment Practices

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

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

Our standard payment term is 30 days end of month (30 days EOM). Payments are made on the basis of 30 days end of month terms as standard. So an invoice dated 16/11/23 would be due for payment 31/12/23. This could stretch to 60 days

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

30

Dispute Resolution Process

Any dispute or complaint will be considered by the Purchase Ledger Administrators and Purchase Ledger Manager as soon as the issue is raised. They will communicate with suppliers and relevant department internally in order to achieve a resolution as soon as possible.

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