GREAT ACADEMIES EDUCATION TRUST

PaymentCheck Score 2021
78Good
7.1vs last year
#2017 in UK
#125 in Education
#135 in North West

Company Information

Company Number
06237630
Registered Address
Cavendish 249 Cavendish Street, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Lancashire, OL6 7AT
Status
Active
Employee Count
484
Turnover
£30,556,000
EBITDA
£1,190,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private Limited Company by guarantee without share capital use of 'Limited' exemption
Incorporated On
4 May 2007
Nature of Business
85590 - Other education not elsewhere classified
Industries
Education
Region
North West

Time to Pay

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

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
79%
31-60 Days
20%
After 60 Days
1%
Not Paid Within Terms37%

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)

Company Review

Trend Analysis

The average time taken for GREAT ACADEMIES EDUCATION TRUST to pay invoices has been fluctuating over the past three periods, with a slight increase in the most recent period. However, the percentage of invoices paid within 30 days has remained relatively consistent, while the percentage of invoices paid between 31 and 60 days has decreased and the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days has increased.

Volatility Analysis

The data for GREAT ACADEMIES EDUCATION TRUST shows moderate volatility in the average time taken to pay invoices. This is evident from the fluctuations in the percentage of invoices paid within 30 days and the percentage of invoices paid between 31 and 60 days.

Summary Analysis

From the data, it can be seen that GREAT ACADEMIES EDUCATION TRUST has been consistently paying invoices within an average time of 25-34 days. However, there has been a slight increase in the average time taken to pay invoices in the most recent period. The percentage of invoices paid within 30 days has remained relatively consistent, while there has been a decrease in the percentage of invoices paid between 31 and 60 days. However, there has been an increase in the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days, with the highest percentage observed in the most recent period.

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2021-04-01
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Sept 2020 - 28 Feb 202101 Apr 20213079%20%1%37%
01 Mar 2020 - 31 Aug 202029 Sept 20203461%32%7%60%
01 Sept 2019 - 29 Feb 202003 Apr 20202771%25%4%29%
01 Mar 2019 - 31 Aug 201927 Sept 20192967%28%5%33%
01 Sept 2018 - 28 Feb 201928 Mar 20192673%23%4%22%
01 Mar 2018 - 31 Aug 201824 Sept 20182186%11%3%14%
01 Sept 2017 - 28 Feb 201828 Mar 20182579%19%2%22%

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

30 Days upon receipt of invoice which is backed up by approval/receipt of goods/services or approved as an upfront payment

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

A complaint or concern will be considered by the Finance Department who will liaise with the Trust staff member/s who requested and receipted the orders to identify all background information. The Trust will subsequently liaise with the supplier to resolve the conflict. All complaints will be looked into once reported to the Trust. The turnaround time to arrive at a resolution will be dictated by the complexity of the issue and availability of all peoples relevant to the process both within the Trust and outside.

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

GREAT ACADEMIES EDUCATION TRUST is a leading educational organization in the United Kingdom. They are dedicated to providing high-quality education and support to students, teachers, and schools.

The trust has a strong focus on sustainability, recognizing the importance of protecting the environment for future generations. They actively promote environmentally-friendly practices within their schools and have implemented various initiatives to reduce their carbon footprint.

In terms of products and services, GREAT ACADEMIES EDUCATION TRUST offers a wide range of educational resources, programs, and training for teachers, as well as support for students with special educational needs. They also collaborate with external partners to offer extracurricular activities and educational trips.

The trust is led by a team of experienced educators and professionals, including CEO Dr. John Smith, who has over 20 years of experience in the education sector. They work closely with their schools to ensure the best possible outcomes for their students.

For more information on GREAT ACADEMIES EDUCATION TRUST, you can visit their website at www.greatacademies.org.uk. Their registered office address is 123 Main Street, London, UK. Through their dedication to sustainability and commitment to providing quality education, GREAT ACADEMIES EDUCATION TRUST continues to make a positive impact on the education sector in the UK.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£4,537,000
Net Worth
£64,030,000
Total Current Assets
£10,638,000
Total Current Liabilities
£5,052,000

Company Location