THE SHAW EDUCATION TRUST

PaymentCheck Score 2025
73Fair
0.2vs last year
#2216 in UK
#79 in Education
#105 in West Midlands

Company Information

Company Number
09067175
Registered Address
Kidsgrove Secondary School Gloucester Road, Kidsgrove, Stoke-On-Trent, England, ST7 4DL
Status
Active
Employee Count
323
Turnover
£120,171,000
EBITDA
-£3,511,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private Limited Company by guarantee without share capital use of 'Limited' exemption
Incorporated On
2 June 2014
Nature of Business
85200 - Primary education
85310 - General secondary education
Industries
Education
Region
West Midlands

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
39 days
Shortest Period:7 days
Longest Period:30 days
Max Contractual:90 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
68%
31-60 Days
19%
After 60 Days
13%
Not Paid Within Terms16%

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: 2025-03-20
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 202520 Mar 20253968%19%13%16%
01 Sept 2023 - 29 Feb 202420 Mar 20243373%17%10%43%
01 Mar 2023 - 31 Aug 202306 Oct 20232182%14%4%37%
01 Sept 2022 - 28 Feb 202314 Mar 20232383%14%3%34%
01 Mar 2022 - 31 Aug 202207 Nov 20222186%12%2%21%
01 Sept 2021 - 28 Feb 202204 Mar 20222091%7%2%23%
01 Mar 2021 - 31 Aug 202122 Oct 20212190%7%3%23%
01 Sept 2020 - 28 Feb 202111 Mar 20211993%5%2%20%
01 Mar 2020 - 31 Aug 202015 Sept 20201492%6%2%21%
01 Sept 2019 - 29 Feb 202009 Mar 20202088%8%4%24%
01 Sept 2018 - 28 Feb 201929 Mar 20192387%10%3%27%

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

Payments are usually made 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

90

Dispute Resolution Process

Any disputes are raised with the Finance Department and escalated to the CFO where necessary. We aim to manage disputes within 5 working days.

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 Shaw Education Trust is a multi-academy trust that operates 25 schools in the West Midlands, UK. The trust's main objective is to provide high-quality education and support to students from all backgrounds, helping them to achieve their full potential.

One of the key focuses of the Shaw Education Trust is sustainability. The trust is committed to reducing its environmental impact and promoting sustainable practices in its schools. This includes implementing recycling programs, using renewable energy sources, and promoting eco-friendly transportation options.

The trust also offers a range of products and services to support its schools and students. This includes educational resources, training programs for staff, and support for students with special needs or disabilities. The trust also provides career and employability guidance to help students prepare for the future.

The Shaw Education Trust is led by a team of experienced professionals, including CEO Jo Morgan and a board of trustees made up of individuals with a diverse range of skills and expertise. The trust also has a dedicated team of school improvement advisors who work closely with schools to ensure high standards of education are maintained.

For more information about the Shaw Education Trust and its schools, individuals can visit their website at https://www.shaw-education.org.uk/. The registered office address is Shaw Education Trust, Heath Lane Academy, Heath Lane, Earl Shilton, Leicestershire, LE9 7PD.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£11,349,000
Net Worth
£188,402,000
Total Current Assets
£29,028,000
Total Current Liabilities
£11,527,000

Company Location