Court upholds daycare closures

The administrative court in Grenoble, Isère, has confirmed the emergency closure of four Callihop micro-daycare centers, adding to the company’s legal challenges. The court dismissed appeals from Callihop against the temporary closure of four facilities in the northern part of the department.

Violations led to closures

The closures followed serious violations found by agents from the maternal and infant protection service (PMI). One reported incident involved an infant possibly being shaken at a daycare in Morestel on April 2 of last year, with neither emergency services nor parents being informed.

Court rejects company's arguments

After a hearing on October 6, the judge ruled that Callihop’s arguments about the severity and reality of the violations did not cast serious doubt on the legality of the closures. The company had previously faced similar orders from the departmental council in July.

Closures remain in place

The administrative court stated that the four affected daycare centers will stay closed until Callihop meets the requirements set by the Department. This decision adds to the company’s current challenges.

Unpaid wages and restructuring

On October 2 and 5, the Bourgoin-Jallieu labor court ordered Callihop to pay unpaid salaries to nine employees. However, since the company entered judicial restructuring on October 6, a wage guarantee scheme has taken over for the amounts owed.

Company's status under review

The commercial court will reassess Callihop’s situation on November 3, following its placement under judicial restructuring. This development highlights ongoing financial and legal difficulties for the company.