COMMUNITY ACADEMIES TRUST
Company Information
- Company Number
- 07472736
- Registered Address
- Dimbleby House, Stoneydelph Primary School Crowden Road, Wilnecote, Tamworth, Staffordshire, England, B77 4LS
- Status
- Active
- Employee Count
- 1,291
- Turnover
- £63,966,000
- EBITDA
- £3,032,000
Additional Details
- Company Type
- Private Limited Company by guarantee without share capital use of 'Limited' exemption
- Incorporated On
- 17 December 2010
- Nature of Business
- 85200 - Primary education85310 - General secondary education
- Industries
- Coming Soon
- Region
- West Midlands
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 2024 - 28 Feb 2025 | 13 Mar 2025 | 29 | 68% | 31% | 1% | 0% |
| 01 Mar 2024 - 31 Aug 2024 | 01 Oct 2024 | 27 | 73% | 26% | 1% | 0% |
| 01 Sept 2023 - 29 Feb 2024 | 26 Mar 2024 | 29 | 63% | 36% | 1% | 37% |
| 01 Mar 2023 - 31 Aug 2023 | 29 Sept 2023 | 30 | 57% | 41% | 2% | 43% |
| 01 Sept 2022 - 28 Feb 2023 | 29 Mar 2023 | 32 | 55% | 41% | 4% | 0% |
| 01 Mar 2022 - 31 Aug 2022 | 29 Sept 2022 | 28 | 68% | 31% | 1% | 32% |
| 01 Sept 2021 - 28 Feb 2022 | 29 Mar 2022 | 30 | 65% | 34% | 1% | 35% |
| 01 Mar 2021 - 31 Aug 2021 | 29 Sept 2021 | 28 | 69% | 28% | 3% | 31% |
| 01 Sept 2020 - 28 Feb 2021 | 23 Mar 2021 | 33 | 57% | 40% | 3% | 43% |
| 01 Mar 2020 - 31 Aug 2020 | 29 Sept 2020 | 29 | 63% | 36% | 1% | 37% |
| 01 Sept 2018 - 31 Aug 2019 | 27 Sept 2019 | 30 | 57% | 40% | 3% | 43% |
| 01 Sept 2018 - 28 Feb 2019 | 25 Mar 2019 | 32 | 53% | 45% | 3% | 47% |
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
Payment within 30 days from the date of invoice
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
59
Dispute Resolution Process
By discussion with the contract manager and/or finance team. Escalation to CFO where necessary.
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
Community Academies Trust (CAT) is a multi-academy trust that operates schools across England. Their mission is to provide high-quality education and opportunities for children and young people to achieve their full potential.
One of the key focuses of CAT is sustainability. They have implemented a sustainability program in their schools to promote environmentally friendly practices and educate students on the importance of being eco-friendly. This includes initiatives such as recycling, reducing waste, and promoting sustainable transportation.
CAT also offers a wide range of products and services to support their schools and local communities. This includes educational resources, teacher training, and support for students with special educational needs. They also have a strong focus on developing partnerships with local businesses and organizations to provide students with real-world experiences and opportunities.
The trust is led by CEO Andy Yarrow and a team of experienced education professionals. They work closely with school leaders to ensure that all schools under the trust's umbrella are providing high-quality education and meeting the needs of their students.
For more information on CAT and their services, you can visit their website at www.catrust.co.uk. Their registered office address is Community Academies Trust, 7 Willenhall Lane, Bloxwich, Walsall, West Midlands, WS3 2EE.
