THE SPENCER ACADEMIES TRUST

PaymentCheck Score 2024
89Good
0.2vs last year
#1179 in UK
#44 in Education
#30 in East Midlands

Company Information

Company Number
07353824
Registered Address
George Spencer School Arthur Mee Road, Stapleford, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG9 7EW
Status
Active
Employee Count
2,637
Turnover
£166,378,000
EBITDA
£44,764,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private Limited Company by guarantee without share capital use of 'Limited' exemption
Incorporated On
23 August 2010
Nature of Business
85100 - Pre-primary education
85200 - Primary education
85310 - General secondary education
85410 - Post-secondary non-tertiary education
Industries
Education
Region
East Midlands

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
16 days
Shortest Period:30 days
Longest Period:0 days
Max Contractual:334 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
93%
31-60 Days
7%
After 60 Days
0%
Not Paid Within Terms39%

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: 2024-04-02
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 202402 Apr 20241693%7%0%39%
01 Sept 2022 - 28 Feb 202330 Mar 20231396%3%1%50%
01 Mar 2022 - 31 Aug 202203 Oct 20221397%2%1%51%
01 Sept 2021 - 28 Feb 202230 Mar 20221496%3%1%49%
01 Mar 2021 - 31 Aug 202130 Sept 20211795%4%1%13%
01 Sept 2020 - 28 Feb 202130 Mar 20211795%4%1%14%
01 Mar 2020 - 31 Aug 202028 Sept 20201593%5%2%15%
01 Sept 2019 - 29 Feb 202026 Mar 20201496%3%1%16%
01 Mar 2019 - 31 Aug 201908 Nov 20192891%7%2%17%

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

Based on 30 day or agreed and negotiated terms with supplier

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

334

Dispute Resolution Process

Complaints received to the finance department will be dealt with along with the supplier once received.

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

The Spencer Academies Trust is a multi-academy trust located in the East Midlands region of England. It was founded in 2011 and currently oversees 20 primary and secondary schools, providing education to over 12,000 students.

The trust places a strong emphasis on sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact. This includes promoting eco-friendly practices, such as recycling and reducing waste, as well as incorporating sustainability into their curriculum.

The trust offers a wide range of products and services to its member schools, including financial management, human resources, and education support. They also provide training and development opportunities for staff and teachers to enhance their skills and knowledge.

The key people involved in the Spencer Academies Trust include the CEO, Paul West, and the Board of Directors, which is responsible for overseeing the strategic direction of the trust. They work closely with the headteachers of each school to ensure high-quality education and support for students.

For more information, the trust's website address is www.satrust.com and their registered office address is The Spencer Academies Trust, Arthur Mee Road, Stapleford, Nottingham, NG9 7EW. They can also be contacted via email at info@satrust.com or by phone at 0115 748 3310.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£14,221,000
Net Worth
£309,946,000
Total Current Assets
£54,832,000
Total Current Liabilities
£12,134,000

Company Location