1. Who We Are

This website is operated by Smart Steps Limited, a school-age childcare provider working in partnership with schools and families across Donegal.

Contact details:

Smart Steps Limited

2A Leck Road Business Park

Letterkenny

Co. Donegal

F92P28F

Email: info@smartsteps.ie

Phone: +353 87 776 9476

2. Use of This Website

You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe the rights of, restrict or inhibit the use of this website by any other person.

You must not:

• misuse the website or knowingly introduce viruses or malicious material

• attempt to gain unauthorised access to the website, server or connected systems

• use the website in any way that is unlawful, harmful or fraudulent

3. Website Information

We make every reasonable effort to ensure that the information on this website is accurate and up to date. However, all information is provided for general guidance only and may be updated, changed or removed at any time without notice.

Information about services, school partnerships, fees, funding and availability may vary depending on location, eligibility, operational requirements and changes in government schemes or service provision.

4. Fee Calculator Disclaimer

The childcare fee calculator provided on this website is intended as a guide only.

While we make every effort to ensure that calculations are accurate, results are estimates based on the information entered by the user and the rates currently applied within the calculator. Actual fees may vary depending on:

• attendance patterns

• NCS or ECCE eligibility

• approved subsidy rates and hours

• school location

• session availability

• updates to fees or funding arrangements

Use of the calculator does not create a contract and does not guarantee a place or a specific fee.

5. Enquiries and Expressions of Interest

Submitting an enquiry, expression of interest or contact form through this website does not guarantee a childcare place, school partnership or immediate response time.

All enrolments, admissions and partnership arrangements remain subject to availability, service suitability, operational requirements and any applicable policies or agreements.

6. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, layout, graphics, branding, logos and design elements, is the property of Smart Steps Limited unless otherwise stated, and may not be copied, reproduced, distributed or used without prior written permission.

Smart Steps® is a registered trademark of Rebecca Fleury.

7. Links to Other Websites

This website may contain links to third-party websites for convenience or information. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, availability or privacy practices of external websites and linking does not imply endorsement.

8. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of this website is also subject to our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use and protect personal information.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Smart Steps Limited shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising from:

• use of, or inability to use, this website

• reliance on information provided on this website

• interruptions, errors or omissions in website content

• technical issues, delays or website unavailability

Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability where it would be unlawful to do so.

10. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms and Conditions from time to time. Any updated version will be published on this page with the revised effective date.

11. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by the laws of Ireland. Any disputes arising in connection with the website shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the Irish courts.