Terms of Service
Effective Date: January 1, 2026
These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the website operated by First Years University LLC (“First Years University,” “FYU,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), located at www.firstyearsuniversity.com (or any successor domain) (the “Website”).
The Website is provided to share information about our early childhood education programs, enrollment processes, philosophy, and related services. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you must not access or use the Website.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By using the Website, you represent and warrant that you are at least eighteen (18) years of age or have the legal authority to act on behalf of a minor child or an entity. If you are using the Website on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have authority to bind that organization to these Terms.
We may update or modify these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms. You are responsible for reviewing these Terms periodically.
2. Description of Services
The Website provides information related to First Years University’s early childhood education programs, including but not limited to infant care, toddler programs, early childhood learning, preschool education, enrollment inquiries, family resources, and general information about our philosophy and operations (collectively, the “Services”).
The Website does not replace direct communication with FYU staff, enrollment contracts, parent handbooks, licensing disclosures, or other official documents. Program availability, schedules, tuition, and policies are subject to change and may vary by location or licensing requirements.
All Services are provided “as is” and “as available.” While we strive for accuracy, we do not guarantee that all information on the Website is complete, current, or error-free.
3. User Accounts and Registration
Certain features of the Website may require registration or submission of information (such as enrollment inquiries or contact forms). You agree to provide accurate and current information and to update it as necessary.
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any account credentials and for all activity conducted under your account. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access for violations of these Terms or misuse of the Website.
4. User Content and Conduct
You may submit content through the Website, including inquiries, comments, or feedback (“User Content”). By submitting User Content, you grant First Years University a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, and display such content solely in connection with operating and improving our services.
You represent that you have the right to submit the content and that it does not violate any third-party rights or applicable laws.
You agree not to:
- Use the Website for unlawful purposes
- Submit false, misleading, or defamatory information
- Upload harmful code or attempt to disrupt Website functionality
- Collect personal information without authorization
We reserve the right to remove User Content at our discretion.
5. Intellectual Property Rights
All content on the Website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and design elements (“FYU Content”), is owned by or licensed to First Years University LLC and protected by intellectual property laws.
You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or use FYU Content without prior written permission.
6. Third-Party Links and Services
The Website may include links to third-party websites for convenience. We do not control or endorse these sites and are not responsible for their content, practices, or availability. Use of third-party sites is at your own risk.
7. Disclaimer of Warranties
THE WEBSITE AND SERVICES ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE,” WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF ACCURACY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.
FIRST YEARS UNIVERSITY DOES NOT GUARANTEE THAT THE WEBSITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR FREE FROM HARMFUL COMPONENTS.
8. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, FIRST YEARS UNIVERSITY LLC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE WEBSITE OR SERVICES.
OUR TOTAL LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID BY YOU, IF ANY, IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRIOR TO THE CLAIM.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless First Years University LLC, its officers, employees, and agents from any claims arising out of your use of the Website, violation of these Terms, or submitted User Content.
10. Termination
We may suspend or terminate access to the Website at any time, with or without notice. Provisions that by nature should survive termination shall remain in effect.
11. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Illinois. Any disputes shall be brought in state or federal courts located in Cook County, Illinois.
You agree to attempt informal resolution by contacting us before pursuing formal legal action.
12. Force Majeure
We are not responsible for delays or failures caused by events beyond our reasonable control, including natural disasters, public health emergencies, or governmental actions.
13. Miscellaneous
These Terms constitute the entire agreement regarding Website use. If any provision is deemed unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in effect.
14. Contact Information
First Years University LLC
94 S Orchard Dr
Park Forest, IL 60466
Phone: (708) 856-0123
Email: firstyearsuniversityllc@gmail.com