BOURNE EDUCATION TRUST

PaymentCheck Score 2024
98Excellent
0.1vs last year
#237 in UK
#8 in Education
#49 in South East

Company Information

Company Number
07768726
Registered Address
Epsom And Ewell High School, Ruxley Lane, Epsom, Surrey, KT19 9JW
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,378
Turnover
£100,964,000
EBITDA
£26,370,000

Additional Details

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

Time to Pay

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

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
98%
31-60 Days
1%
After 60 Days
1%
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)

Company Review

Trend Analysis

The average time taken for BOURNE EDUCATION TRUST to pay invoices has remained relatively consistent over the past six years, with only a slight increase in the latest period. However, there has been a significant improvement in the percentage of invoices paid within 30 days, with a steady increase from 77% in 2017 to 98% in 2023. There has also been a decrease in the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days, with a low of 0% in 2018 and 2022.

Volatility Analysis

The volatility in BOURNE EDUCATION TRUST's invoice payment pattern has been relatively low, with only minor fluctuations in the average time taken to pay invoices and the percentage of invoices paid within 30 days. The most significant change was in 2020, where there was a sudden increase in the percentage of invoices not paid within agreed terms, potentially indicating some financial challenges faced by the company during this period.

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 Sept 2023 - 29 Feb 202411 Mar 2024997%2%1%3%
01 Mar 2023 - 01 Aug 202308 Sept 2023898%1%1%6%
01 Sept 2022 - 28 Feb 202306 Mar 2023898%2%0%6%
01 Mar 2022 - 31 Aug 202214 Sept 2022997%2%1%3%
01 Sept 2021 - 28 Feb 202218 Mar 2022997%3%0%7%
01 Mar 2021 - 31 Aug 202108 Sept 2021998%1%1%7%
01 Sept 2020 - 28 Feb 202101 Mar 2021998%2%1%7%
01 Mar 2020 - 31 Aug 202014 Oct 2020898%2%0%7%
01 Sept 2019 - 29 Feb 202003 Mar 2020898%1%1%2%
01 Mar 2019 - 31 Aug 201917 Oct 2019799%1%0%1%
01 Sept 2018 - 28 Feb 201921 Mar 2019899%1%0%1%
01 Mar 2018 - 31 Aug 201821 Sept 2018898%2%0%1%
01 Sept 2017 - 28 Feb 201828 Mar 20182577%18%5%23%

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

A complaint or concern will be referred by the Finance Manager to the Business Manager. If this is not resolved it will be referred to Head Office, If this is not resolved it will be referred to the Finance Director

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

BOURNE EDUCATION TRUST (BET) is a UK-based organization that aims to provide quality education and support to students and schools. The trust was founded in 2016 and currently has 11 schools under its umbrella, located in the London boroughs of Southwark, Lewisham, and Greenwich.

The trust has a strong focus on sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to promote environmental awareness and responsibility among its schools and students. This includes reducing waste, promoting recycling, and using renewable energy sources. BET also has a dedicated Sustainability Committee made up of staff, students, and trustees, who work together to develop and implement sustainable practices within the trust.

In addition to its sustainability efforts, BET also offers a range of products and services to support its schools and students. These include educational resources, professional development opportunities for staff, and access to a network of supportive schools. BET also provides support for students with special educational needs and disabilities, and offers enrichment programs to enhance students' learning experiences.

The key people behind BET include its Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Simon Cox, and the Board of Trustees, who are responsible for the strategic direction and governance of the trust. The trust also has a team of dedicated staff who work tirelessly to support the schools and students within the trust.

For more information on BOURNE EDUCATION TRUST, including its sustainability program and services, interested individuals can visit their website at www.bourne.education. The registered office address for the trust is 10 Peckham Road, London, SE5 8PX. Overall, BOURNE EDUCATION TRUST is committed to providing quality education and promoting sustainability, making a positive impact on its schools, students, and the wider community.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£33,316,302
Net Worth
£416,294,931
Total Current Assets
£37,347,065
Total Current Liabilities
£10,002,384

Company Location