Published through 2026-11-02 17:05 UTC · Automated cloud publishing.
Afflelou and ISO Finalize National Masterclass Expansion for 2026
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Groupe Afflelou and the Institut Supérieur d’Optique (ISO) have officially confirmed the expansion of their co-branded "Masterclass" training program to a national scale. Initially launched in Paris in 2024, the partnership now extends to all 13 ISO campuses across France, including ISO Digital, for the 2026 academic year. This development builds upon earlier reports from October 2026 that first announced the strategic broadening of educational collaboration between the eyewear retailer and the optical institute. The move aims to standardize professional training opportunities for students at multiple locations throughout the country, reflecting Afflelou's commitment to investing in workforce development within the optical sector. By scaling the program beyond its initial geographic constraints, Groupe Afflelou seeks to leverage the established curriculum and expertise of ISO to reach a wider audience of aspiring opticians. The inclusion of ISO Digital highlights a modern approach to delivering structured, high-quality training partnerships. This transition from a localized pilot to a comprehensive nationwide framework underscores the growing importance of such collaborations in maintaining professional standards within the French optical market.
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Groupe Afflelou and Institut Supérieur d’Optique (ISO) have officially expanded the Masterclass Afflelou program from its initial Paris launch in 2024 to all 13 ISO campuses, including ISO Digital. The national rollout began with a September 30, 2026, event at Afflelou’s La Défense headquarters, welcoming approximately 120 new students into the BTS Opticien-Lunetier curriculum. The work-study model features six training days annually, held at headquarters for Paris-region students and on-campus for others, focusing on practical store cases. Company-reported results for the first cohort show an 85% BTS pass rate compared to the 59% national average, with 50% of graduates joining the Afflelou network.
- FréquenceOpticAfflelou Expands Masterclass Partnership to All 13 ISO Campuses in France
Groupe Afflelou has expanded its co-branded "Masterclass" training program with the Institut Supérieur d'Optique (ISO) from Paris to a national scale across all 13 ISO campuses in France for the 2026 academic year. The initiative, inaugurated in 2024, now welcomes approximately 120 new students enrolled in the BTS-OL qualification. On September 30, 2026, CEO Anthony Afflelou and other executives gathered the new cohort at the company’s headquarters in La Défense. Under the updated structure, students in Île-de-France attend sessions at the headquarters, while Afflelou teams travel to regional campuses for local students. The curriculum has been revised to emphasize practical applications and store-specific case studies to enhance professional skills development.