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HULL COLLABORATIVE ACADEMY TRUST

PaymentCheck Score 2021
54Fair
↑ 3.8vs last year
#4042 in UK
#201 in Education
#187 in Yorkshire and The Humber

Company Information

Company Number
08542806
Registered Address
C/O Dorchester Primary School, Dorchester Road, Hull, England, HU7 6AH
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,046
Turnover
£48,416,000
EBITDA
£2,083,000

Additional Details

Website
https://hcat.org.uk/
Company Type
Private Limited Company by guarantee without share capital use of 'Limited' exemption
Incorporated On
23 May 2013
Nature of Business
85200 - Primary education
85310 - General secondary education
Industries
Education
Region
Yorkshire and The Humber

Time to Pay

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

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
49%
31-60 Days
39%
After 60 Days
12%
Not Paid Within Terms51%

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: 2021-09-28
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Mar 2021 - 31 Aug 202128 Sept 20214449%39%12%51%
01 Sept 2020 - 28 Feb 202131 Mar 20215140%39%20%62%
01 Mar 2020 - 31 Aug 202022 Sept 20204847%36%17%56%
01 Mar 2019 - 31 Aug 201901 Oct 20193759%32%9%41%
01 Sept 2018 - 28 Feb 201922 Mar 20193961%28%11%39%

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

Communication to the relevant business within the Trust, then if not resolved directly, to be escalated to the Chief Financial Officer

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

HULL COLLABORATIVE ACADEMY TRUST is a multi-academy trust based in Hull, UK. It is committed to providing high-quality education and opportunities for all its students, while also promoting sustainability and environmental awareness.

The trust has a number of schools under its umbrella, including primary, secondary, and special schools. Its sustainability program aims to reduce the environmental impact of the schools and promote eco-friendly practices among students and staff. This includes initiatives such as recycling programs, energy-saving measures, and promoting sustainable transportation options.

In addition to its focus on sustainability, HULL COLLABORATIVE ACADEMY TRUST offers a wide range of products and services to support its schools and students. These include educational resources, training and development opportunities for staff, and partnerships with local businesses and organizations.

The trust is led by a team of dedicated professionals, including the CEO, Executive Principal, and Board of Directors. They work together to ensure the trust's vision and values are upheld in all its activities.

For more information on HULL COLLABORATIVE ACADEMY TRUST, including its sustainability efforts and range of products and services, you can visit their website at www.hcat.org.uk. Their registered office address is The Maltings, Silvester Street, Hull, HU1 3HJ.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£4,538,901
Net Worth
£65,260,211
Total Current Assets
£5,844,381
Total Current Liabilities
£4,297,766

Company Location

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