LEARNING PARTNERS ACADEMY TRUST

PaymentCheck Score 2025
98Excellent
0.1vs last year
#210 in UK
#4 in Education
#39 in South East

Company Information

Company Number
08303773
Registered Address
Guildford County School, Farnham Road, Guildford, Surrey, GU2 4LU
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,166
Turnover
£54,700,000
EBITDA
£2,225,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private Limited Company by guarantee without share capital use of 'Limited' exemption
Incorporated On
22 November 2012
Nature of Business
85100 - Pre-primary education
85200 - Primary education
85310 - General secondary education
85600 - Educational support services
Industries
Education
Region
South East

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
4 days
Shortest Period:7 days
Longest Period:30 days
Max Contractual:30 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
97%
31-60 Days
2%
After 60 Days
1%
Not Paid Within Terms3%

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: 2025-03-26
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 202526 Mar 2025497%2%1%3%
01 Sept 2023 - 29 Feb 202426 Mar 2024396%3%1%3%
01 Sept 2022 - 28 Feb 202330 Mar 2023695%4%1%4%
01 Mar 2022 - 31 Aug 202227 Sept 2022596%3%1%4%
01 Sept 2021 - 28 Feb 202225 Mar 2022299%1%0%2%
01 Mar 2021 - 31 Aug 202122 Sept 2021299%1%0%29%
01 Sept 2020 - 28 Feb 202108 Jun 2021298%2%0%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

The trust undertakes to pay valid invoices within 30 days of receipt from the day of physical or electronic arrival at the nominated address of the trust. A valid invoice is one that is: - delivered in timing in accordance with the contract. - that is for the correct sum; - in respect of goods / services supplied or delivered to the required quality (or are expected to be at the required quality); - which quote the relevant purchase order / contract reference (where used) which has been delivered to the nominated address.

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

N/A

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

30

Dispute Resolution Process

Disputes should be raised to local buying offices in the first instance and escalated to the trust central office as appropriate.

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

Learning Partners Academy Trust (LPAT) is a UK-based non-profit organization that focuses on providing quality education and support for children, young people, and families. LPAT was established in 2014 and currently operates in various locations across the country.

The trust's main objective is to work with schools and communities to improve educational outcomes and opportunities for all children. They achieve this through their unique approach of collaboration and partnership, which involves working closely with schools, parents, and other stakeholders to identify and address the specific needs of the community.

LPAT's sustainability program is an integral part of their mission, and they are committed to promoting sustainable practices in their operations and within the schools they work with. This includes promoting environmental awareness, reducing waste, and promoting eco-friendly initiatives.

LPAT offers a range of services and products to support their mission, including training and development programs for teachers and school staff, mentoring and coaching for students, and consultancy services for schools. They also have a dedicated team of educational psychologists who provide support for students with special educational needs.

The trust is led by a team of experienced and dedicated individuals, including education experts, psychologists, and business professionals. The CEO, Dr. Sarah Wilson, has over 20 years of experience in the education sector and is passionate about creating positive change in the lives of young people.

For more information on LPAT's services, sustainability program, and team, you can visit their website at www.learningpartnersacademytrust.co.uk. Their registered office address is 10-12 Mulberry Green, Old Harlow, Essex, CM17 0ET.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£11,459,687
Net Worth
£117,951,733
Total Current Assets
£14,081,152
Total Current Liabilities
£5,406,452

Company Location