GUILDFORD EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP

PaymentCheck Score 2021
97Excellent
1.3vs last year
#339 in UK
#9 in Education
#53 in South East

Company Information

Company Number
07649091
Registered Address
George Abbot School Woodruff Avenue, Burpham, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 1XX
Status
Dissolved
Employee Count
819
Turnover
£38,812,000
EBITDA
£4,303,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private Limited Company by guarantee without share capital use of 'Limited' exemption
Incorporated On
26 May 2011
Nature of Business
85200 - Primary education
85310 - General secondary education
Industries
Education
Region
South East

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
11 days
Shortest Period:0 days
Longest Period:60 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
96%
31-60 Days
3%
After 60 Days
1%
Not Paid Within Terms8%

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: 2021-09-30
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Mar 2021 - 31 Aug 202130 Sept 20211196%3%1%8%
01 Sept 2020 - 28 Feb 202125 Mar 20211096%3%1%8%
01 Mar 2020 - 31 Aug 202030 Sept 20201293%4%3%12%
01 Sept 2018 - 28 Feb 201927 Mar 2019896%4%0%10%

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

GEP pay invoices in line with supplier payment terms, as stated either in the agreed contract, or on the supplier invoice. The majority are to be paid within 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

60

Dispute Resolution Process

Suppliers contact the relevant procuring finance office in the first instance (school-based or central). Local disputes can be escalated to the School Business Manager and central disputes to the GEP Financial Controller, and in turn the Chief Operating Officer. Should the issue remain unresolved through informal means, a supplier can complain via https://www.gepacademies.com/complaints/.

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

Guildford Education Partnership (GEP) is a non-profit organization that works to improve education and promote sustainability in the Guildford area. They collaborate with local schools, businesses, and community organizations to provide high quality education and support for students.

GEP's sustainability program focuses on educating students about environmental issues and promoting sustainable practices in schools and the wider community. They offer workshops, resources, and events to raise awareness and encourage action towards a greener future.

One of GEP's key products is their Sustainable Schools Award, which recognizes and celebrates schools that have made significant efforts towards sustainability. This award is given out annually to schools that have implemented sustainable practices and shown commitment to reducing their carbon footprint.

The key people at GEP include their Board of Trustees, made up of experienced professionals in the education and sustainability fields, and their team of educators and program coordinators who work together to carry out GEP's mission.

For more information about GEP's programs, products, and services, including how to get involved or support their work, their website address is www.gepartnership.org.uk. Their registered office address is located at The Helmore Building, Guildford County School, Farnham Road, Guildford, Surrey, GU2 4LU.

In summary, Guildford Education Partnership is dedicated to promoting sustainability and providing high quality education in the Guildford area. Through their sustainability program, products and services, and dedicated team, they are making a positive impact on the community and shaping a more sustainable future.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£9,866,000
Net Worth
£63,412,000
Total Current Assets
£89,367,000
Total Current Liabilities
£25,955,000

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