ANTHEM SCHOOLS TRUST

PaymentCheck Score 2023
81Good
0.5vs last year
#1955 in UK
#101 in Education
#841 in London

Company Information

Company Number
07468210
Registered Address
Highbridge House, 16-18 Duke Street, Reading, RG1 4RU
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,202
Turnover
£64,133,000
EBITDA
-£923,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private Limited Company by guarantee without share capital use of 'Limited' exemption
Incorporated On
13 December 2010
Nature of Business
85100 - Pre-primary education
85200 - Primary education
85310 - General secondary education
Industries
Education,Healthcare And Wellbeing
Region
London

Time to Pay

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

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
80%
31-60 Days
14%
After 60 Days
6%
Not Paid Within Terms21%

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 data shows a general trend of an increase in the average time taken for ANTHEM SCHOOLS TRUST to pay invoices to suppliers, with the exception of a slight decrease in 2022. The percentage of invoices paid within 30 days has remained relatively consistent, while the percentage of invoices paid between 31 and 60 days has also remained consistent, with a slight increase in 2020 and 2021. The percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days has shown a steady increase over the years, reaching a peak of 10% in 2022. This suggests that ANTHEM SCHOOLS TRUST may be experiencing financial difficulties, resulting in delayed payments to suppliers.

Volatility Analysis

The data shows some volatility in the percentage of invoices not paid within agreed terms, with a peak of 36% in 2020. This could be attributed to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the company's financial stability. Additionally, the average time taken to pay invoices has shown some fluctuation, with a peak of 34 days in 2020 and a low of 25 days in 2022.

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2023-09-08
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Mar 2023 - 31 Aug 202308 Sept 20232880%14%6%21%
01 Sept 2022 - 28 Feb 202308 Sept 20232976%16%8%25%
01 Mar 2022 - 31 Aug 202208 Sept 20232582%12%6%19%
01 Sept 2021 - 28 Feb 202208 Sept 20233074%17%9%26%
01 Mar 2021 - 31 Aug 202108 Sept 20233373%18%9%28%
01 Sept 2020 - 28 Feb 202108 Sept 20233465%25%10%36%
01 Mar 2020 - 31 Aug 202008 Sept 20233371%19%10%30%
01 Sept 2019 - 28 Feb 202008 Sept 20233469%21%10%31%
01 Apr 2019 - 31 Aug 201908 Sept 20233077%14%9%24%
01 Apr 2018 - 31 Mar 201917 Apr 20192777%17%6%23%
01 Sept 2017 - 28 Feb 201810 Apr 20182681%13%6%19%

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 from receipt of invoice

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

Each of our 16 schools has its own finance manager which is a supplier’s first point of contact for sending invoices and raising disputes or complaints. Should they not be able to satisfactorily settle the dispute, the supplier can escalate the issue to our central finance team which is reachable at purchaseledger@anthemtrust.uk.

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

Anthem Schools Trust is a UK-based education trust that aims to provide high-quality education while promoting sustainability and environmental awareness. The trust operates a network of schools, including primary and secondary schools, in different regions of the UK.

The sustainability program of Anthem Schools Trust includes initiatives such as reducing carbon footprint, promoting energy efficiency, and incorporating sustainable practices into the curriculum. They also have a recycling program and encourage students to participate in eco-friendly activities.

The trust offers a wide range of products and services, including traditional classroom education, vocational training, and extracurricular activities. They also provide support for students with special educational needs and offer a range of enrichment programs.

The key people of Anthem Schools Trust include the board of trustees, led by the CEO, who are responsible for the overall management and direction of the trust. Each school within the trust is led by a headteacher, who works with a team of dedicated teachers and staff to ensure the best educational experience for students.

To contact Anthem Schools Trust, individuals can visit their website at www.anthemschoolstrust.org or reach out to their registered office at Anthem Schools Trust, 2nd Floor, 1st Central Business Park, Brighton Road, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 9QU. Overall, Anthem Schools Trust is committed to providing quality education while promoting sustainability and making a positive impact in the communities they serve.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£6,960,000
Net Worth
£93,084,000
Total Current Assets
£9,825,000
Total Current Liabilities
£5,485,000

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