THE TED WRAGG MULTI ACADEMY TRUST

PaymentCheck Score 2025
88Good
0.1vs last year
#1070 in UK
#34 in Education
#54 in South West

Company Information

Company Number
08545109
Registered Address
Cranbrook Education Campus Tillhouse Road, Cranbrook, Exeter, United Kingdom, EX5 7EE
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,637
Turnover
£114,195,000
EBITDA
£35,579,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private Limited Company by guarantee without share capital use of 'Limited' exemption
Incorporated On
28 May 2013
Nature of Business
85100 - Pre-primary education
85200 - Primary education
85310 - General secondary education
Industries
Education
Region
South West

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
17 days
Shortest Period:7 days
Longest Period:0 days
Max Contractual:30 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
90%
31-60 Days
7%
After 60 Days
3%
Not Paid Within Terms24%

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)

Company Review

Trend Analysis

Between the start date of September 1st, 2019 and the end date of August 31st, 2023, there is a slight downward trend in the average time taken for THE TED WRAGG MULTI ACADEMY TRUST to pay invoices to suppliers. The average time taken has decreased from 12 days in 2019 to 17 days in 2023.

Volatility Analysis

There is moderate volatility in the percentage of invoices paid within 30 days, with the highest percentage being 93% in March-August 2021 and the lowest being 84% in March-August 2022. There is also moderate volatility in the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days, with the lowest percentage being 2% in September-February 2021 and the highest being 5% in September-February 2023.

Summary Analysis

Between March-August 2019 and March-August 2023, THE TED WRAGG MULTI ACADEMY TRUST has seen a slight decrease in the average time taken to pay invoices to suppliers. The percentage of invoices paid within 30 days has also increased from 4% to 90%, with the highest being 93% in March-August 2021. However, there is moderate volatility in this percentage, with the lowest being 84% in March-August 2022. The percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days has decreased from 94% to 3%, with the lowest being 2% in September-February 2021. The worst period for this metric was in March-August 2019, where 94% of invoices were paid later than 60 days. There is also moderate volatility in this percentage, with the highest being 5% in September-February 2023.

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2023-09-26
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Mar 2025 - 31 Aug 202503 Oct 20252289%8%3%23%
01 Sept 2024 - 28 Feb 202503 Oct 20251988%9%3%26%
01 Sept 2023 - 29 Feb 202414 Mar 20241790%7%3%23%
01 Mar 2023 - 31 Aug 202326 Sept 20231790%7%3%24%
01 Sept 2022 - 28 Feb 202328 Mar 20232184%11%5%27%
01 Mar 2022 - 31 Aug 202226 Jan 20231984%12%4%30%
01 Sept 2021 - 28 Feb 202205 Apr 2022994%4%2%35%
01 Mar 2021 - 31 Aug 202130 Sept 2021993%4%3%36%
01 Sept 2020 - 28 Feb 202131 Mar 20211191%6%3%46%
01 Mar 2020 - 31 Aug 202029 Sept 20201589%9%2%21%
01 Sept 2019 - 29 Feb 202022 Jul 20201189%8%3%34%
01 Mar 2019 - 31 Aug 201907 Aug 2020124%2%94%35%
01 Sept 2018 - 28 Feb 201907 Aug 20201092%6%2%44%
01 Mar 2018 - 31 Aug 201807 Aug 20201092%4%4%46%
01 Sept 2017 - 28 Feb 201807 Aug 20201589%6%5%45%

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 majority of our suppliers have 30 day payment terms however if the purchase invoice matches the order details, we pay as soon as checks have been completed

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

No

Any other information about payment terms

N/A

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

30

Dispute Resolution Process

The Trust requires that all expenditure, unless subject to specific arrangements, as determined by the Director of Finance, has a valid requisition, and purchase order (PO). The Trust operates a no purchase order, no pay policy therefore invoices received without a valid PO will be returned to the supplier, except as detailed.

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

The TED Wragg Multi Academy Trust is a non-profit organization that aims to provide high-quality education to students in the United Kingdom. The trust was established in 2011 and currently operates as a multi-academy trust, managing several schools across the country.

One of the key focuses of the trust is sustainability. They have implemented various initiatives to promote sustainable practices within their schools, such as recycling programs, energy-saving measures, and promoting eco-friendly transportation methods. The trust also works with local communities to raise awareness about environmental issues and promote sustainable living.

In addition to their sustainability efforts, the TED Wragg Multi Academy Trust also offers a range of products and services to support their schools. This includes financial management, human resources, and IT support, as well as training and development opportunities for staff and students.

The trust is led by a team of dedicated professionals, including trustees, directors, and senior leaders from their member schools. They work together to ensure the trust's mission of providing high-quality education and promoting sustainability is achieved.

For more information about the TED Wragg Multi Academy Trust and their services, you can visit their website at https://www.tedwraggtrust.co.uk/. Their registered office address is at Reed Hall, Streatham Drive, Exeter, Devon, EX4 4QR.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£13,473,330
Net Worth
£138,333,552
Total Current Assets
£18,520,313
Total Current Liabilities
£6,539,210

Company Location