ORCHARD HILL COLLEGE ACADEMY TRUST
Company Information
- Company Number
- 08476149
- Registered Address
- Copthall House, Grove Road, Sutton, England, SM1 1DA
- Status
- Active
- Employee Count
- 1,077
- Turnover
- £84,401,000
- EBITDA
- £4,623,000
Additional Details
- Company Type
- Private Limited Company by guarantee without share capital use of 'Limited' exemption
- Incorporated On
- 5 April 2013
- Nature of Business
- 85590 - Other education not elsewhere classified
- Industries
- Education
- Region
- South East
Time to Pay
Payment Timeline
Payment Features
Payment Score History
Company Review
Trend Analysis
ORCHARD HILL COLLEGE ACADEMY TRUST demonstrates a strong trend of timely payments, with an average of 22 days and 82% of invoices settled within 30 days. While the majority are prompt, 18% of payments are classified as late, indicating occasional deviations from strict terms. This suggests a generally positive trajectory for payment speed but with minor inconsistencies.
Volatility Analysis
Payments are largely predictable, with a significant 82% settled within standard 30-day terms, providing reliable cash flow for suppliers. However, the 18% late payments, including 3% extending beyond 60 days, introduce a moderate level of volatility and potential for delayed capital. Suppliers should be aware of this minority risk impacting cash flow planning.
Summary Analysis
Overall, ORCHARD HILL COLLEGE ACADEMY TRUST presents a low payment risk, making them a generally favorable partner for suppliers. Suppliers can expect prompt payment for the vast majority of invoices, but should factor in the possibility of 18% of payments being late. Consider establishing clear payment terms and having contingency for the small percentage that may extend beyond 60 days.
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 Mar 2025 - 31 Aug 2025 | 29 Sept 2025 | 23 | 88% | 10% | 2% | 12% |
| 01 Mar 2024 - 31 Aug 2024 | 26 Sept 2024 | 23 | 79% | 19% | 2% | 21% |
| 01 Sept 2023 - 29 Feb 2024 | 07 Mar 2024 | 22 | 82% | 15% | 3% | 18% |
| 01 Mar 2023 - 31 Aug 2023 | 19 Sept 2023 | 22 | 77% | 18% | 5% | 23% |
| 01 Sept 2022 - 28 Feb 2023 | 07 Mar 2023 | 24 | 78% | 18% | 4% | 22% |
| 01 Mar 2022 - 31 Aug 2022 | 29 Sept 2022 | 18 | 89% | 9% | 2% | 11% |
| 01 Sept 2021 - 28 Feb 2022 | 04 Apr 2022 | 20 | 86% | 12% | 2% | 14% |
| 01 Mar 2021 - 31 Aug 2021 | 30 Sept 2021 | 26 | 84% | 11% | 5% | 16% |
| 01 Sept 2020 - 28 Feb 2021 | 29 Mar 2021 | 26 | 68% | 25% | 7% | 32% |
| 01 Mar 2020 - 31 Aug 2020 | 30 Sept 2020 | 17 | 90% | 8% | 2% | 10% |
| 01 Sept 2019 - 29 Feb 2020 | 30 Mar 2020 | 25 | 87% | 10% | 3% | 13% |
| 01 Mar 2019 - 31 Aug 2019 | 30 Sept 2019 | 30 | 75% | 17% | 8% | 25% |
| 01 Sept 2018 - 28 Feb 2019 | 02 May 2019 | 36 | 57% | 32% | 11% | 43% |
| 01 Mar 2018 - 31 Aug 2018 | 05 Nov 2018 | 28 | 70% | 23% | 7% | 30% |
| 01 Sept 2017 - 28 Feb 2018 | 30 Apr 2018 | 29 | 67% | 27% | 6% | 33% |
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
Standard payment terms are 30 days from receipt 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
Open communication channels with suppliers to find resolution.
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
ORCHARD HILL COLLEGE ACADEMY TRUST is an active academy trust. It is established as a Private Limited Company by guarantee without share capital, a legal structure typically used by educational organisations in the UK.
The trust was incorporated on 5 April 2013 and holds company number 08476149. Its registered office is located at Copthall House, Grove Road, Sutton, England, SM1 1DA, placing it within the South East region.
As an academy trust, ORCHARD HILL COLLEGE ACADEMY TRUST provides educational services by operating and managing a group of schools or colleges. This involves setting strategic direction, overseeing governance, and ensuring consistent educational standards across its academies within the UK education system.
