BRADFORD DIOCESAN ACADEMIES TRUST

PaymentCheck Score 2025
91Excellent
0.1vs last year
#817 in UK
#23 in Education
#38 in Yorkshire and The Humber

Company Information

Company Number
08258994
Registered Address
2nd Floor, Jade Building, Albion Mills Albion Road, Greengates, Bradford, West Yorkshire, England, BD10 9TQ
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,620
Turnover
£92,830,000
EBITDA
£13,326,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private Limited Company by guarantee without share capital use of 'Limited' exemption
Incorporated On
18 October 2012
Nature of Business
85200 - Primary education
85310 - General secondary education
85590 - Other education not elsewhere classified
Industries
Education,Professional Services
Region
Yorkshire and The Humber

Time to Pay

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

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
84%
31-60 Days
13%
After 60 Days
3%
Not Paid Within Terms1%

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 20252084%13%3%1%
01 Sept 2024 - 28 Feb 202520 Mar 20252184%13%3%1%
01 Sept 2023 - 29 Feb 202426 Mar 20242184%13%3%1%
01 Mar 2023 - 31 Aug 202329 Sept 20232082%14%2%2%
01 Sept 2022 - 28 Feb 202317 Mar 20232181%14%3%2%
01 Mar 2022 - 31 Aug 202227 Sept 20222180%16%3%1%
01 Sept 2021 - 28 Feb 202229 Mar 20222083%14%2%1%
01 Mar 2021 - 31 Aug 202124 Sept 20212179%15%6%4%
01 Sept 2020 - 28 Feb 202129 Mar 20212282%13%4%1%
01 Mar 2020 - 31 Aug 202030 Sept 20202476%20%4%3%
01 Sept 2019 - 29 Feb 202019 Mar 20201675%20%4%1%
01 Mar 2019 - 31 Aug 201930 Sept 20192473%22%4%1%
01 Sept 2018 - 28 Feb 201915 Mar 20191475%19%4%2%

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

Any dispute should be communicated directly with the supplier directly from the location of the order

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

BRADFORD DIOCESAN ACADEMIES TRUST (BDAT) is a multi-academy trust that aims to provide high-quality education to students in the Bradford area. Established in 2012, the trust currently manages 16 primary and secondary schools, with plans to expand in the future.

One of the key focuses of BDAT is sustainability. The trust has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact and promote sustainability within its schools. This includes promoting recycling, reducing energy consumption, and encouraging sustainable travel options for students and staff.

In terms of products and services, BDAT offers a wide range of educational opportunities for students. This includes a broad and balanced curriculum, as well as extracurricular activities such as sports, music, and drama. The trust also provides support for students with special educational needs and disabilities.

The key people involved in BDAT include the board of trustees, led by the Chief Executive Officer, who oversee the strategic direction of the trust. Each school within the trust also has its own leadership team, including a headteacher and governors, who work together to ensure the best possible education for students.

For more information on BDAT, including a full list of schools and their contact details, visit their website at www.bdat-academies.org. The trust's registered office address is BDAT Central Offices, Titus Salt School, Higher Coach Road, Baildon, Shipley, West Yorkshire, BD17 5RH.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£8,996,000
Net Worth
£64,913,000
Total Current Assets
£11,240,000
Total Current Liabilities
£4,533,000

Company Location