THE ARTHUR TERRY LEARNING PARTNERSHIP

PaymentCheck Score 2024
69Fair
4.0vs last year
#3093 in UK
#129 in Education
#144 in West Midlands

Company Information

Company Number
07730920
Registered Address
The Arthur Terry School Kittoe Road, Four Oaks, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, B74 4RZ
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,503
Turnover
£117,154,000
EBITDA
£38,077,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private Limited Company by guarantee without share capital use of 'Limited' exemption
Incorporated On
5 August 2011
Nature of Business
85200 - Primary education
85310 - General secondary education
Industries
Education
Region
West Midlands

Time to Pay

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

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
70%
31-60 Days
26%
After 60 Days
4%
Not Paid Within Terms30%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✓ Yes
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

From Sep 2017 to Aug 2023, the average time for THE ARTHUR TERRY LEARNING PARTNERSHIP to pay invoices has fluctuated between 25 to 31 days. The lowest average time was in Sep 2017 and the highest in Aug 2023. However, there is an overall increasing trend in the average time to pay invoices.

Volatility Analysis

The average time to pay invoices has been relatively stable for THE ARTHUR TERRY LEARNING PARTNERSHIP, with a range of 6 days between the lowest and highest average time. The highest volatility was seen in Mar 2023 when the average time to pay increased by 6 days compared to the previous period (Sep 2022 to Feb 2023).

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2023-10-04
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 202418 Mar 20242959%37%5%41%
01 Mar 2023 - 31 Aug 202304 Oct 20232570%26%4%30%
01 Sept 2022 - 28 Feb 202324 Mar 20233160%35%5%40%
01 Mar 2022 - 31 Aug 202230 Sept 20223160%35%5%40%
01 Sept 2021 - 28 Feb 202225 Mar 20222665%32%3%35%
01 Mar 2021 - 31 Aug 202105 Oct 20212967%31%2%33%
01 Sept 2020 - 28 Feb 202131 Mar 20213161%33%6%39%
01 Mar 2020 - 31 Aug 202028 Sept 20202566%31%3%34%
01 Sept 2019 - 29 Feb 202023 Apr 20202866%30%4%34%
01 Feb 2019 - 31 Aug 201902 Oct 20193362%32%6%38%
01 Sept 2018 - 28 Feb 201928 Mar 20193164%27%9%36%
01 Mar 2018 - 31 Aug 201803 Oct 20182965%26%9%35%
01 Sept 2017 - 28 Feb 201826 Mar 20182569%23%8%0%

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

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

When an invoice is in dispute or query, a member of the Finance team will contact the supplier to advise of the issue. A resolution between the supplier and customer should be reached in a timely manner.

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 Arthur Terry Learning Partnership (ATLP) is a multi-academy trust that operates a network of schools in the West Midlands, UK. The partnership was established in 2008 and is led by a board of trustees, including experienced headteachers and education experts.

ATLP's sustainability program aims to reduce their carbon footprint and promote environmentally friendly practices across their schools. This includes initiatives such as recycling, energy conservation, and promoting sustainable transportation methods.

The partnership offers a range of products and services to its member schools, including financial management, HR support, and procurement services. They also provide educational resources and training opportunities for teachers and staff.

Key people within ATLP include CEO Richard Gill, who has over 30 years of experience in education, and Chair of the Board of Trustees, Anne Brimacombe, who has a background in education and social work.

The contact information for ATLP includes their website address, www.atlp.org.uk, where you can find more information about their schools, services, and sustainability efforts. Their registered office address is Arthur Terry School, Kittoe Road, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, B74 4RZ.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£7,817,000
Net Worth
£157,058,000
Total Current Assets
£11,185,000
Total Current Liabilities
£7,150,000

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