GREENWOOD ACADEMIES TRUST

PaymentCheck Score 2024
75Good
0.9vs last year
#2602 in UK
#114 in Education
#88 in East Midlands

Company Information

Company Number
06864339
Registered Address
Greenwood House Colwick Quays Business Park, Private Road No 2, Colwick, Nottingham, NG4 2JY
Status
Active
Employee Count
3,072
Turnover
£161,174,000
EBITDA
£20,118,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private Limited Company by guarantee without share capital use of 'Limited' exemption
Incorporated On
31 March 2009
Nature of Business
85200 - Primary education
85310 - General secondary education
Industries
Education,Professional Services
Region
East Midlands

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
26 days
Shortest Period:7 days
Longest Period:30 days
Max Contractual:30 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
72%
31-60 Days
21%
After 60 Days
7%
Not Paid Within Terms35%

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 GREENWOOD ACADEMIES TRUST to pay invoices to suppliers has been decreasing steadily over the past three periods, with a decrease of 2 days from 2020-09-01 to 2023-03-01. This shows that the company is becoming more efficient in their payment processes.

Volatility Analysis

The volatility in the average time taken to pay invoices has been relatively low, with only a 2 day difference between the shortest and longest periods.

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2023-09-18
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Sept 2023 - 29 Feb 202408 Mar 20242971%20%9%33%
01 Mar 2023 - 31 Aug 202318 Sept 20232672%21%7%35%
01 Sept 2022 - 28 Feb 202307 Mar 20232871%21%8%33%
01 Mar 2022 - 31 Aug 202229 Sept 20222874%19%7%34%
01 Sept 2021 - 28 Feb 202222 Mar 20222773%20%7%34%
01 Mar 2021 - 31 Aug 202119 Oct 20212972%22%6%38%
01 Sept 2020 - 28 Feb 202123 Mar 20213068%23%9%39%

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

Our standard payment terms are 30 days from the date of invoice. In some cases a shorter time period has been agreed with the supplier.

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

If there are any queries on the invoice then Finance Staff contact the supplier to resolve the issue, and payment is not made until this is done. This can cause payments to appear to be paid late. A number of our key suppliers have payment terms of 14 days which can sometimes be challenging to meet.

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

Greenwood Academies Trust is a multi-academy trust based in the United Kingdom that operates a network of over 30 schools. The trust focuses on providing high-quality education and opportunities for children and young people in the communities they serve.

One of the key priorities of Greenwood Academies Trust is sustainability. The trust is committed to reducing its environmental impact and promoting sustainable practices across all its schools. This includes initiatives such as recycling, energy conservation, and promoting eco-friendly transportation methods.

In addition to its sustainability efforts, Greenwood Academies Trust offers a range of products and services to support the education and development of its students. These include a comprehensive curriculum, extracurricular activities, and support for students with special educational needs.

The trust is led by CEO Wayne Norrie, who works closely with a team of experienced leaders and educators to ensure the success of its schools. The trust also has a board of trustees who oversee its operations and provide strategic guidance.

For more information on Greenwood Academies Trust, including a list of its schools and their contact information, visit their website at www.greenwoodacademies.org. The trust's registered office address is Greenwood House, Private Road No. 2, Colwick Quays Business Park, Nottingham, NG4 2JY, United Kingdom.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£28,490,000
Net Worth
£157,255,000
Total Current Assets
£35,669,000
Total Current Liabilities
£12,047,000

Company Location