CASTLE SCHOOL EDUCATION TRUST
Company Information
- Company Number
- 08397975
- Registered Address
- Cset Mangotsfield School, Rodway Hill, Bristol, England, BS16 9LH
- Status
- Active
- Employee Count
- 619
- Turnover
- £38,324,000
- EBITDA
- £3,983,000
Additional Details
- Website
- https://cset.co.uk/
- Company Type
- Private Limited Company by guarantee without share capital use of 'Limited' exemption
- Incorporated On
- 11 February 2013
- Nature of Business
- 85200 - Primary education85310 - General secondary education
- Industries
- Education
- Region
- South West
Time to Pay
Payment Timeline
Payment Features
Payment Score History
Performance Reports History
| Reporting Period | Filing Date | Average Time to Pay (days) | Paid within 30 days | Paid 31-60 days | Paid after 60 days | Not Paid within Terms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Sept 2024 - 28 Feb 2025 | 21 Mar 2025 | 29 | 69% | 24% | 7% | 31% |
| 01 Sept 2023 - 29 Feb 2024 | 04 Mar 2024 | 30 | 76% | 17% | 7% | 30% |
| 01 Sept 2022 - 28 Feb 2023 | 21 Mar 2023 | 32 | 71% | 20% | 9% | 37% |
| 01 Mar 2022 - 31 Aug 2022 | 29 Oct 2022 | 29 | 78% | 17% | 5% | 32% |
| 01 Sept 2021 - 28 Feb 2022 | 22 Mar 2022 | 39 | 59% | 26% | 15% | 49% |
| 01 Mar 2021 - 31 Aug 2021 | 08 Oct 2021 | 37 | 62% | 27% | 11% | 50% |
| 01 Sept 2020 - 28 Feb 2021 | 08 Apr 2021 | 40 | 53% | 34% | 13% | 60% |
| 01 Mar 2020 - 31 Aug 2020 | 13 Oct 2020 | 43 | 56% | 32% | 12% | 63% |
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 from date of invoice
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
If CSET were in dispute the Finance team would raise this with the supplier to seek resolution. Disputes from the supplier would be managed by the Finance team and escalated to the Chief Financial Officer or CEO if required.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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?
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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
Castle School Education Trust (CSET) is a multi-academy trust based in the United Kingdom that aims to provide high-quality education to all its students. The trust was established in 2010 and currently oversees four schools in the South West of England.
Sustainability is a key focus for CSET, and the trust has implemented various initiatives to promote environmental responsibility within its schools. These include the use of renewable energy sources, waste reduction and recycling programs, and promoting sustainable modes of transportation for staff and students.
CSET offers a range of educational products and services, including traditional classroom-based learning, as well as online and blended learning options. The trust also has a strong focus on providing a well-rounded education, with extracurricular activities and enrichment programs available to students.
The trust is led by a team of experienced and dedicated professionals, including a board of trustees, executive leadership team, and headteachers from each of the four schools. The trust also works closely with local authorities and other educational organizations to ensure the best possible outcomes for its students.
For more information on CSET, their sustainability program, and their products and services, interested parties can visit their website at www.cset.co.uk. The registered office address for the trust is Castle School Education Trust, Castle School, Park Road, Thornbury, Bristol, BS35 1HT.
