DAUNTSEY'S SCHOOL

PaymentCheck Score 2025
91Excellent
vs last year
#803 in UK
#22 in Education
#36 in South West

Company Information

Company Number
05872694
Registered Address
Dauntsey's School, West Lavington, Devizes, Wiltshire, SN10 4HE
Status
Active
Employee Count
354
Turnover
£23,318,000
EBITDA
£1,960,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private Limited Company by guarantee without share capital use of 'Limited' exemption
Incorporated On
11 July 2006
Nature of Business
85310 - General secondary education
Industries
Education
Region
South West

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
22 days
Shortest Period:2 days
Longest Period:30 days
Max Contractual:30 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
90%
31-60 Days
9%
After 60 Days
1%
Not Paid Within Terms10%

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: 2025-03-20
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 202520 Mar 20252290%9%1%10%
01 Sept 2023 - 29 Feb 202403 Apr 20242391%6%3%9%
01 Mar 2023 - 31 Aug 202328 Sept 20232292%5%3%8%
01 Sept 2022 - 28 Feb 202321 Mar 20232093%4%3%7%
01 Mar 2022 - 31 Aug 202230 Sept 20222579%18%3%21%
01 Sept 2021 - 28 Feb 202210 Mar 20223156%41%3%44%
01 Mar 2021 - 31 Aug 202123 Sept 20212169%30%1%31%
01 Sept 2020 - 28 Feb 202112 Mar 20212081%19%0%19%
01 Mar 2020 - 31 Aug 202016 Oct 20201591%9%0%9%
01 Sept 2019 - 29 Feb 202012 Mar 20202174%25%1%26%
01 Mar 2019 - 31 Aug 201921 Oct 20192175%24%1%25%
01 Sept 2018 - 28 Feb 201914 Mar 20191488%9%3%12%

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 frequently used payment terms for qualifying contracts is 30 days. Some of our smaller suppliers however are paid as soon as work has been completed.

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

30

Dispute Resolution Process

Monthly statement checks keep issues to a minimum. Allocation of payments to invoices are compared, reconciled and resolved 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

Company Summary

Dauntsey's School is a co-educational independent boarding and day school located in Wiltshire, England. The school offers a wide range of academic, sporting, and cultural activities for students aged 11-18.

One of the key focuses of Dauntsey's School is sustainability. The school has implemented various initiatives and programs to promote sustainability, such as a recycling program, energy-efficient buildings, and an eco-garden. They also have a Sustainability Committee made up of students and staff who work together to promote sustainability practices within the school community.

In terms of products and services, Dauntsey's School offers a well-rounded education with a strong emphasis on academic excellence, outdoor education, and personal development. They also have a wide range of extracurricular activities, including sports teams, music and drama productions, and various clubs and societies.

The school is led by a team of dedicated staff, including the Headmaster, Executive Head, and Deputy Heads, who are committed to providing a high-quality education for their students. They also have a team of housemasters and tutors who provide pastoral care and support for the students.

For more information on Dauntsey's School, their website is www.dauntseys.org and their registered office address is West Lavington, Devizes, Wiltshire, SN10 4HE. The school also has an active social media presence on platforms such as Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£5,830,889
Net Worth
£22,956,944
Total Current Assets
£7,566,738
Total Current Liabilities
£8,205,444

Company Location