Jamf School
Jamf School: A focused cloud MDM for managing Apple devices across K–12 environments. Ranked #12 of 27 in Mobile Device Management Software by our editors (8.1/10); pricing: Pricing on request · 14-day trial; best for apple device management for schools.
At a glance
- Editor score8.1 / 10
- PricingPricing on request · 14-day trial
- Best forApple device management for schools
- Free planNo
- Kiosk modeYes
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Automated and zero-touch enrollment for Apple devices
- Classroom controls with restrictions and lesson management
- Apple School Manager and role-based administration support
Where it doesn't
- Pricing requires contacting sales
- No free plan is offered
- Focuses on Apple platforms rather than broad device coverage
Our verdict on Jamf School
Jamf School is a cloud-based mobile device management platform for K–12 education. It is designed for school IT teams managing Macs, iPhones, iPads and Apple TV devices, with support for teachers, students, parents and administrators. Core capabilities include automated device enrollment, zero-touch deployment, application management, configuration profiles, smart groups and role-based administration. Classroom controls add restrictions and lesson controls, while Single App Mode supports iOS and tvOS use cases.
The published education plan is Jamf for K-12, which includes education-focused device management and security, classroom management tools and parental support tools. Pricing is handled through contact with sales, and there is no free plan. A 14-day free trial is available. Schools should evaluate the plan against their device count, administrative structure and classroom requirements before choosing it, particularly because the published plan information does not present a verified device price.
Jamf School’s strongest fit is an Apple-centered school environment that needs more than basic enrollment. Apple School Manager integration supports education workflows, while Apple Business Manager, Microsoft Entra ID, Google and LDAP integrations extend its ecosystem fit. Enrollment methods include Automated Device Enrollment, Apple Configurator, User Enrollment, on-device enrollment and QR code enrollment. Application deployment, patching and permissions management, smart groups and kiosk-style Single App Mode provide operational depth. Schools seeking Apple device administration with classroom controls should shortlist Jamf School; teams needing broad coverage beyond macOS, iOS, iPadOS and tvOS should consider a different platform.
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Jamf School fact sheet
| Free plan | No |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Not verified |
| Supported platforms | macOS, iOS, iPadOS, tvOS |
| Enrollment methods | Automated Device Enrollment, Apple Configurator, User Enrollment, on-device enrollment, QR code |
| Managed app catalog | Yes |
| Kiosk mode | Yes |
| Deployment | Cloud |
| Maximum devices | Not verified |
| Free trial | 14 days |
| Deployment | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web, macOS, iOS |
| Compliance & security | SOC 2, ISO 27001 |
| Support | Email, Phone, Live chat, Tickets |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 5 integrations: Apple School Manager, Apple Business Manager, Microsoft Entra ID, Google, LDAP See all → |
| Pricing | Pricing on request · 14-day trial (source) |
| Website | jamf.com |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
Jamf School integrations
Jamf School lists 5 integrations on its own site.
- Apple School Manager
- Apple Business Manager
- Microsoft Entra ID
- LDAP
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