FOCUS ACADEMY TRUST (UK) LTD

PaymentCheck Score 2025
71Fair
1.8vs last year
#2413 in UK
#125 in Education
#151 in North West

Company Information

Company Number
08071176
Registered Address
Ram Mill Business Centre Gordon Street, Chadderton, Oldham, England, OL9 9RH
Status
Active
Employee Count
897
Turnover
£38,637,000
EBITDA
£1,349,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private company limited by guarantee without share capital
Incorporated On
16 May 2012
Nature of Business
85200 - Primary education
Industries
Education
Region
North West

Time to Pay

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

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
72%
31-60 Days
16%
After 60 Days
12%
Not Paid Within Terms45%

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: 2025-03-21
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Sept 2024 - 28 Feb 202521 Mar 20253572%16%12%45%
01 Sept 2023 - 29 Feb 202423 Apr 20242971%18%11%29%
01 Mar 2023 - 31 Aug 202306 Oct 20233374%16%10%26%
01 Sept 2022 - 28 Feb 202327 Mar 20233174%16%10%26%
01 Mar 2022 - 31 Aug 202203 Oct 20222381%14%5%19%
01 Sept 2021 - 28 Feb 202215 Mar 20222677%16%7%23%
01 Mar 2021 - 31 Aug 202121 Sept 20212580%14%6%20%
01 Sept 2020 - 28 Feb 202128 Apr 20213177%13%10%23%
01 Mar 2020 - 31 Aug 202015 Oct 20203468%19%13%19%
01 Mar 2019 - 31 Aug 201904 Nov 20192581%12%7%19%
01 Sept 2018 - 28 Feb 201928 Mar 20192578%13%9%22%

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 information available

Any other information about payment terms

No additional information

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

30

Dispute Resolution Process

Contact CFO

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

FOCUS ACADEMY TRUST (UK) LTD is a UK-based non-profit organization that aims to provide high-quality education to children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The trust was established in 2013 and currently operates 10 academies across the UK.

The trust's main focus is on providing personalized education and support to children with SEND, enabling them to achieve their full potential and become active members of society. To achieve this, the trust offers a range of services such as specialized curriculum, dedicated staff, and therapeutic interventions.

In addition to their educational activities, FOCUS ACADEMY TRUST (UK) LTD is committed to sustainability and has implemented several initiatives to reduce their environmental impact. These include using energy-efficient technology, promoting recycling, and reducing waste in their operations.

The trust's key people include their CEO, who oversees the overall operations and strategic direction of the trust, and the headteachers of each academy who are responsible for the day-to-day running of the schools.

For more information on FOCUS ACADEMY TRUST (UK) LTD and their services, you can visit their website at www.focusacademytrust.co.uk. Their registered office address is located at Aintree Road, Perivale, Greenford, Middlesex, UB6 7LA.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£5,129,000
Net Worth
£38,233,000
Total Current Assets
£6,615,000
Total Current Liabilities
£3,390,000

Company Location