Why schools choose Jamf
Jamf has the deepest Apple expertise of any MDM provider. For schools running 1:1 iPad programs, Mac labs or mixed Apple environments at scale, Jamf School (and Jamf Pro for larger or more complex sites) provides a mature platform with strong education-specific tooling.
The platform's parent app, classroom tools and teacher experience make it particularly well suited to schools where teaching staff need direct visibility and control over student devices during lessons.
"A platform built around how classrooms actually use Apple devices — not retrofitted onto an enterprise MDM."
Education-specific features
- Jamf Teacher app for classroom visibility and lesson control.
- Jamf Parent app for after-hours screen-time controls.
- Automated enrolment via Apple School Manager.
- Classes synced from Apple School Manager or SIS.
- Lost-mode, location and recovery tools for 1:1 iPad programs.
- App distribution and licence management.
- Mac lab support — imaging, restoration and lab profiles.
How EduCom IT helps with Jamf School
- Plan
- Jamf School vs Jamf Pro selection, structure for year levels and device groups.
- Setup
- Tenant setup, Apple School Manager linkage, Apple Push certificate, federated identity.
- Policies
- Configuration profiles for iPad and Mac aligned to your acceptable-use policy.
- Teacher tools
- Jamf Teacher and Jamf Parent app onboarding and training.
- Migrate
- Migration from Mosyle, Intune or legacy MDMs with minimal disruption.
- Support
- Year-round support — new enrolments, leaver cleanup, OS releases, term-break refreshes.
Where Jamf fits in the wider environment
Jamf School needs a properly configured Apple School Managertenant underneath it and benefits from federated identity from Microsoft Entra ID or Google Workspace. For schools comparing options, see ourMosyle page — both are excellent Apple-specific MDMs for education, and the right choice depends on context.
Frequently asked questions
What is Jamf School?
Jamf School is Jamf's education-tier MDM, designed specifically for the way schools use Apple devices — classroom integration, parent app, simple teacher tools and Apple School Manager-driven enrolment. Jamf Pro is the enterprise tier some larger schools choose for advanced control.
Jamf School or Mosyle Manager?
Both are strong Apple-specific MDMs for education. Jamf has the deepest Apple expertise and the most mature platform. Mosyle is typically more affordable. We help schools choose based on fleet size, complexity and budget.
Does Jamf School include a parent app?
Yes. The Jamf Parent app lets parents apply screen-time restrictions on school devices outside school hours, which is popular with 1:1 iPad programs.
Can Jamf manage Mac labs and staff laptops?
Yes. Jamf School handles iPad and Mac in education contexts. For schools with complex Mac requirements, Jamf Pro offers deeper Mac-specific tooling, scripting and policies.
Can we migrate from Mosyle or Intune to Jamf?
Yes. Migrations are planned to minimise disruption — usually staged by year group or device cohort, with Apple School Manager re-pointing the device assignment to Jamf as part of the cutover.
Do we need Jamf Teacher?
Jamf Teacher gives teachers visibility and lesson tools on managed iPads. It pairs with Apple Classroom and is included in Jamf School. We help set it up so teachers can actually use it.