Score of 89.8/100 qualifies for PaymentCheck Certification
THE TRUE LEARNING PARTNERSHIP demonstrates a relatively prompt average payment time of 23 days, with the majority of invoices (79%) settled within the standard 30-day window. However, a notable 21% of payments fall outside this threshold, with 13% clearing between 31-60 days and a concerning 8% exceeding 60 days. This distribution suggests that while core payment behaviour is acceptable, a consistent minority of invoices experience significant delays.
The 8% of payments exceeding 60 days represents a material risk factor, indicating that a meaningful portion of invoices face substantial processing delays beyond typical late payment. The gap between the 23-day average and the 21% late payment rate suggests that on-time payments are settled promptly, but delayed payments can drift considerably, creating an unpredictable cash flow tail risk for suppliers. This bimodal pattern reduces overall predictability despite the healthy average payment speed.
THE TRUE LEARNING PARTNERSHIP presents a moderate risk profile — broadly acceptable for standard trading terms, but warranting caution for larger invoice values or cash-flow-sensitive suppliers. Suppliers should consider implementing proactive follow-up procedures around the 25-30 day mark to reduce the likelihood of invoices migrating into the late payment categories. For higher-value contracts, negotiating staged payment milestones or requesting early payment incentives would help mitigate the risk posed by the 8% over-60-day payment segment.
| 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 2025 - 28 Feb 2026 | 27 Mar 2026 | 23 | 79% | 13% | 8% | 21% |
| 01 Sept 2024 - 28 Feb 2025 | 13 Oct 2025 | 17 | 85% | 11% | 4% | 15% |
This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.
Standard payment terms
True Learning Partnership standard payment terms are 30 days from invoice date.
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
Budget holders are required to inform Central Finance of any disputes in relation to contracts and invoices and are required to resolve issues directly with suppliers. Invoices are placed on hold until disputes are resolved.
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
True Learning Partnership is a Multi Academy Trust operating a group of five schools, comprising both primary and secondary academies, based in the Poynton and Stockport area of Cheshire. The trust states its aim is to provide an excellent education for children in its care and to improve life chances for pupils, staff, parents and the wider community. As a registered company, it functions as the governing entity overseeing its member academies, with responsibility for governance, admissions and collaboration across the schools. It is registered in England and remains active as an educational charitable trust structure rather than a single school.
Generated from the company's website and Companies House records. Sources: truelearning.org.uk · truelearning.org.uk