Extend Learning Academies Network demonstrates a strong central payment tendency, with an average settlement time of 20 days and 88% of invoices cleared within the standard 30-day window. The 9% of payments falling in the 31–60 day range and a modest 3% exceeding 60 days suggest that late payments, while infrequent, do occur across a wider timeframe. Overall, the payment profile reflects a generally prompt payer with limited exposure to prolonged delays.
With 12% of payments arriving late, there is a measurable but contained level of payment unpredictability, meaning roughly 1 in 8 invoices will not settle on time. The small but present over-60-day segment (3%) introduces a tail risk that suppliers with tight cash flow requirements should factor into their planning. Payment behavior is largely consistent and reliable, though not perfectly predictable, warranting standard monitoring practices.
Extend Learning Academies Network presents a low-to-moderate risk profile and is a generally acceptable trading partner for most suppliers. The 20-day average and 88% on-time rate are strong indicators of payment intent and organizational financial health. Suppliers are advised to include standard net-30 terms, consider light credit monitoring for high-value orders, and maintain clear invoice follow-up protocols to manage the 12% late payment minority effectively.
| 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 | 18 Mar 2026 | 20 | 88% | 9% | 3% | 12% |
This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.
Standard payment terms
Our standard payment terms are 30 days from the 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
30
Invoices are processed on the finance system and if a dispute is raised then it is logged and the invoice is put on hold so that it can't be processed for payment. The dispute is then followed up with the relevant departments and supplier to ensure that they are aware that the invoice is on hold. Once the dispute has been resoloved then the hold on the invoice is removed and it will be picked up on the next BACs run.
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
Extend Learning Academies Network is an educational organisation operating within the academy school sector in England. Structured as a private limited company by guarantee without share capital, the organisation operates under an exemption from using "Limited" in its trading name, a structure commonly adopted by not-for-profit educational trusts and charitable bodies.
The organisation is registered in England and Wales under company number 10896504 and was incorporated on 2 August 2017. Its registered office is located at 13 Lime Close, Locking, Weston-Super-Mare, BS24 8BH, placing it within the South West region of England. The company currently holds an active status with Companies House.
As a multi-academy trust or academy network, this type of organisation is responsible for the governance, leadership, and operational management of state-funded academy schools. Such networks work within the framework established by the Department for Education, supporting schools in delivering the national curriculum and maintaining educational standards across their member institutions.
Extend Learning Academies Network forms part of the broader academy trust sector, which plays a significant role in the provision of state education across England, offering centralised support services to schools including professional development, resources, and strategic oversight.