SWALE ACADEMIES TRUST
Company Information
- Company Number
- 07344732
- Registered Address
- Ashdown House, Johnson Road, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 1JS
- Status
- Active
- Employee Count
- 2,159
- Turnover
- £132,723,000
- EBITDA
- £31,791,000
Additional Details
- Website
- https://swale.at/
- Company Type
- Private Limited Company by guarantee without share capital use of 'Limited' exemption
- Incorporated On
- 12 August 2010
- Nature of Business
- 85200 - Primary education85310 - General secondary education
- Industries
- Education,Professional Services
- Region
- South East
Time to Pay
Payment Timeline
Payment Features
Payment Score History
Performance Reports History
| Reporting Period | Filing Date | Average Time to Pay (days) | Paid within 30 days | Paid 31-60 days | Paid after 60 days | Not Paid within Terms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Sept 2023 - 29 Feb 2024 | 05 Apr 2024 | 16 | 88% | 7% | 5% | 18% |
| 01 Mar 2023 - 31 Aug 2023 | 05 Apr 2024 | 18 | 87% | 7% | 6% | 20% |
| 01 Sept 2022 - 28 Feb 2023 | 30 Mar 2023 | 20 | 86% | 8% | 6% | 22% |
| 01 Sept 2021 - 28 Feb 2022 | 30 Mar 2022 | 15 | 89% | 6% | 5% | 19% |
| 01 Mar 2021 - 31 Aug 2021 | 24 Sept 2021 | 14 | 91% | 6% | 3% | 18% |
| 01 Sept 2020 - 28 Feb 2021 | 10 Mar 2021 | 15 | 88% | 7% | 5% | 21% |
| 01 Mar 2020 - 31 Aug 2020 | 21 Sept 2020 | 15 | 90% | 7% | 3% | 20% |
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
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
Suppliers will contact the finance department in the first instance to discuss the issue. If the matter cannot be satisfactorily resolved, it can be escalated to the Trust Board
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.
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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.
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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.
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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?
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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
SWALE ACADEMIES TRUST is a multi-academy trust that operates 14 schools in Kent, England. The trust was founded in 2010 and is dedicated to providing high-quality education to its students.
One of the key focuses of SWALE ACADEMIES TRUST is sustainability. The trust has implemented a sustainability program that aims to reduce its carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices within its schools. This includes initiatives such as recycling, energy conservation, and promoting eco-friendly transportation methods.
The trust offers a wide range of products and services to its students, including a broad and balanced curriculum, extracurricular activities, and support services for students with special educational needs. They also provide teacher training and development programs to ensure high-quality teaching in their schools.
The key people involved in SWALE ACADEMIES TRUST include the Chief Executive Officer, Jon Whitcombe, and the Board of Trustees. The trust also has a team of experienced school leaders, teachers, and support staff who work together to ensure the success of its schools.
For more information on SWALE ACADEMIES TRUST, including their sustainability program and services, you can visit their website at www.swaleacademiestrust.org.uk. Their registered office address is Swale Academies Trust, Ashdown House, Johnson Road, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 1JS.
