UNITY SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP

PaymentCheck Score 2025
75Fair
4.3vs last year
#2119 in UK
#76 in Education
#127 in East of England

Company Information

Company Number
07400386
Registered Address
Unity Schools Partnership Offices, Park Road, Haverhill, Suffolk, England, CB9 7YD
Status
Active
Employee Count
2,222
Turnover
£117,694,000
EBITDA
£12,437,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private Limited Company by guarantee without share capital use of 'Limited' exemption
Incorporated On
7 October 2010
Nature of Business
85200 - Primary education
85310 - General secondary education
Industries
Education
Region
East of England

Time to Pay

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

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
67%
31-60 Days
23%
After 60 Days
10%
Not Paid Within Terms6%

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: 2025-04-10
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Mar 2025 - 31 Aug 202514 Oct 20253978%14%8%22%
01 Sept 2024 - 28 Feb 202527 May 20254269%19%12%31%
01 Mar 2024 - 31 Aug 202410 Apr 20254367%23%10%6%
01 Sept 2023 - 29 Feb 202405 Apr 20244460%29%11%40%
01 Mar 2023 - 31 Aug 202309 Oct 20234464%24%12%0%
01 Sept 2022 - 28 Feb 202321 Mar 20234457%29%14%43%
01 Mar 2022 - 31 Aug 202205 Oct 20223965%25%10%35%
01 Sept 2021 - 28 Feb 202217 Mar 20224063%24%13%37%
01 Mar 2021 - 31 Aug 202123 Sept 20213766%26%8%34%
01 Sept 2020 - 28 Feb 202107 Apr 20214340%47%13%56%
01 Mar 2020 - 31 Aug 202014 Oct 20204840%47%13%65%
01 Sept 2019 - 29 Feb 202029 Jul 20204451%34%15%49%

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Invoice Payment Practices

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Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

Standard terms are 30 days. We will sometimes support smaller suppliers with shorter terms if requested.

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

Our complaints policy is on our website

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 UNITY SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP is a UK-based organization that works to support and improve schools across the country. Through its various programs and initiatives, the partnership aims to provide students with a well-rounded education and prepare them for a successful future.

One of the key focuses of the partnership is on sustainability. They have implemented a sustainability program that involves reducing energy consumption, promoting recycling, and incorporating environmental education into the curriculum. This program not only benefits the environment but also teaches students about the importance of sustainability and how to make a positive impact on the world.

The partnership also offers a range of services to schools, including IT support, financial management, and HR support. These services help schools to run more efficiently and effectively, allowing them to focus on providing the best possible education for their students.

The key people involved in the partnership include CEO Tim Coulson and Chair of Trustees Jane Sheat. They work closely with a team of experienced educators and professionals to ensure the success of the partnership's programs and services.

For more information on the UNITY SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP, their website address is www.unitysp.co.uk. Their registered office address is Unity Schools Partnership, Park Road, Haverhill, Suffolk, CB9 7YD. Through their dedication to sustainability and commitment to supporting schools, the partnership continues to make a positive impact on the education system in the UK.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£9,001,000
Net Worth
£269,083,000
Total Current Assets
£13,380,000
Total Current Liabilities
£8,658,000

Company Location