Apple in education

Apple products are designed to make learning personal, creative and inspiring. Education Advantage helps schools turn that promise into a practical, sustainable program: clear leadership decisions, confident educators, reliable technical foundations, and support that understands school life.

Education Advantage supports schools with Apple strategy, procurement, deployment, Apple School Manager, MDM, professional learning, support and lifecycle planning.

Why Apple for education

Engaging learning

Apple technology supports active and personalised learning. iPad and Mac give students flexible tools for creativity, productivity and collaboration, helping them connect with learning in ways that work best for them.

Confident educators

Intuitive devices, familiar apps and meaningful professional learning help teachers focus on teaching, not troubleshooting. Education Advantage supports educators with coaching and practical classroom guidance connected to real learning goals.

Simpler IT

Apple School Manager and MDM solutions help IT teams deploy, configure and manage devices at scale. With the right setup, devices can be enrolled, assigned, secured and supported with less manual handling.

Explore the line-up.

We help schools choose the right Apple device mix for the way students and staff actually work, balancing learning needs, year levels, portability, performance, budget and support requirements.

MacBook Neo. Value that makes the grade.

Nail that presentation. Crush your essay. And ace your photo edits. MacBook Neo flies through your everyday schoolwork and then some. With a brilliant 13-inch Liquid Retina display [1], the A18 Pro chip built for AI and Apple Intelligence [2], and up to 16 hours of battery life [3], it’s a Mac made for school and beyond. [4]

[1] Screen size is measured diagonally. The display on the 13-inch MacBook Neo has rounded corners at the top. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screens are 13.0 inches diagonally (actual viewable area is less). [2] Apple Intelligence is available in beta. Some features may not be available in all regions or languages. For feature and language availability and system requirements, see support.apple.com/en-au/121115. [3] Testing conducted by Apple in January 2026 using preproduction MacBook Neo systems with Apple A18 Pro, 6-core CPU, 5-core GPU, 8GB of unified memory and 256GB SSD. Wireless web battery life tested by browsing 25 popular websites while connected to Wi-Fi. Video streaming battery life tested with 1080p content in Safari while connected to Wi-Fi. All systems tested with display brightness set to 8 clicks from bottom. Battery life varies by use and configuration. See apple.com/au/batteries for more information.

MacBook Air. Might takes flight.

MacBook Air with the M5 chip brings blazing speed and powerful AI capabilities into an incredibly portable design. With Apple Intelligence [1], up to 18 hours of battery life [2], and fast SSD storage starting with 512GB, you can work, create and play anywhere life takes you. [5]

[1] Apple Intelligence is available in beta. Some features may not be available in all regions or languages. For feature and language availability and system requirements, see support.apple.com/en-au/121115. [2] Testing conducted by Apple in January 2026 using preproduction 13-inch MacBook Air systems with Apple M5, 10-core CPU and 8-core GPU and preproduction 15-inch MacBook Air systems with Apple M5, 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU, all configured with 16GB of unified memory and 512GB SSD. Wireless web battery life tested by browsing 25 popular websites while connected to Wi-Fi. Video streaming battery life tested with 1080p content in Safari while connected to Wi-Fi. All systems tested with display brightness set to 8 clicks from bottom and keyboard backlight off. Battery life varies by use and configuration. See apple.com/au/batteries for more information.

Reliable technical support — both in and out of the classroom.

When your school chooses AppleCare+ for Schools, everyone in your learning community — from students and families to teachers and IT — gets priority access to technical support from Apple experts. So whether a teacher has a question about iMovie for an upcoming lesson or a student needs help connecting their iPad to a printer, AppleCare+ for Schools gives them the support they need — saving your IT staff time and resources.

EA helps schools understand AppleCare in the context of their support model, including repairs, warranty pathways, spares, escalation, family communication and the operational impact of keeping devices available for learning.

Apple for students

All students deserve access to learning opportunities to prepare them for the future — from higher education to the workplace and beyond. iPad gives them the best start. With built-in tools for productivity, creativity and collaboration, plus access to a wide range of popular education apps, iPad can become anything students and teachers need it to be: a camera, a recording studio, a notebook, a sketchbook and much more.

iPad also enables students to connect and engage with learning in ways that work best for them in every grade level or subject area. And built-in accessibility features support every learner according to their specific needs. [6]

We help schools design Apple programs around the student experience: access, creativity, collaboration, accessibility, assessment and the confidence to use technology in ways that support learning.

Apple for educators

Removing barriers that interfere with teaching gives educators more time for instruction and more time with students. The intuitive interface of iPad makes it easy for teachers and students to find what they need quickly, stay organised and take on any assignment — saving them precious classroom time. And iPad is compatible with apps and services from Google and Microsoft, so teachers can focus on teaching new subjects, not learning new tools.

We support teachers with practical professional learning, coaching and classroom workflows so Apple technology saves time, supports instruction and fits the realities of the school day.

Apple for IT teams

Apple devices put the power of technology to work to save your IT teams time. Whether class is happening at school or online, iPad and Mac integrate seamlessly into every learning environment.

We work with ICT teams to make Apple environments easier to manage, document and support, from initial setup through to day-to-day helpdesk, app deployment, device refresh and ongoing improvement.

Manage every device, from anywhere

Apple School Manager and MDM solutions enable IT to remotely configure devices, manage dozens of settings and easily purchase and distribute apps and books. [7]

Seamless integration with Apple School Manager

Apple School Manager integrates with existing identity providers such as Google Workspace and Microsoft Entra ID for easy creation and federation of Managed Apple IDs, simplifying the sign-in process for students and staff. [7]

Flexible deployment options

Apple technology is designed to be intuitive and easy to use for everyone, including IT managers. With Apple School Manager, zero-touch deployment enrols devices in mobile device management (MDM) solutions without IT needing to physically touch them. And flexible deployment models support personal devices, Shared iPad, Mac labs and Apple TV at scale. [7]

Tools that help classes stay focused

EA helps schools configure the systems behind these tools and support teachers to use them confidently in lessons, routines, assessment and classroom management.

Classroom

The Classroom app turns iPad and Mac into powerful teaching assistants, helping educators guide students through lessons and keep them focused on the task at hand. Teachers can launch a specific app, website or page in a textbook on each student’s device. Or when needed, they can mute student devices or lock iPad into a single app for uninterrupted learning. And Managed Apple Accounts allow for the Classroom app to be configured with class rosters automatically, so teachers can start working with their students right away. [8]

Classwork

The Classwork app harnesses the creative power of iPad for hands-on learning. Even when they’re out of the classroom, teachers can share a variety of content with students, including PDFs, files, photos, videos, documents, links, exit tickets, apps and even activities within apps. And Classwork helps teachers keep up with how everyone in class is doing so they can tailor their teaching to the needs of each student. They can easily view class or student progress data and use it to help assess and personalise instruction for each student. [9]

Assessment Mode

On iPad and Mac, compatible assessment apps can use Apple’s assessment mode to restrict access to other apps and selected device features during a test. Check with the assessment provider that its app supports Automatic Assessment Configuration and meets the requirements for the exam. [10]

Privacy, security and accessibility

Schools need technology that supports learning without compromising student privacy, security, access or confidence. Apple builds these priorities into its products, and Education Advantage helps schools configure, manage and communicate them clearly.

We help schools configure, manage and explain Apple privacy, security and accessibility features in ways that support governance, student wellbeing, inclusion and community confidence.

Privacy in and out of the classroom

Every Apple product, including those for education, has privacy features and controls built in to protect personal information. We design our products to limit the collection and use of data, use on-device processing whenever possible and provide transparency and control over how information is shared. And every Apple device combines hardware and software designed to work together for maximum security. [11]

Accessibility for every learner

Accessibility features supporting speech, vision, hearing, mobility and cognitive needs are built into every Apple device, helping students communicate, create, participate and learn in ways that work for them. [6]

Managed with care

With Apple School Manager, MDM and clear school policies, schools can manage the apps, settings and services needed for learning while keeping student privacy and governance at the centre of the program.

A longer view of value

Apple is committed to helping education leaders make a smart and safe investment in technology.

Built to last and designed with the environment in mind, iPad and Mac retain their value over time while improving operational efficiency. With the right lifecycle plan, schools can make better use of budgets, reduce disruption and keep devices ready for learning.

EA helps schools model that lifecycle before decisions are locked in. We support procurement, finance planning, AppleCare options, repair workflows, asset management, refresh cycles and responsible end-of-life planning so the program remains sustainable beyond the first rollout.

Learn to code with Apple

Swift is the powerful programming language used to build many of the world’s most popular apps. It’s easy to learn and simple to use, making it a great language for both first-time coders and professional app developers. [13]

Swift Playgrounds takes learners from their first line of code to their first app. With engaging tutorials and the real-time App Preview, it teaches Swift — the same powerful language used to create world-class apps for the App Store. [14]

We help schools explore how Swift, Swift Playgrounds and Apple coding resources can fit into curriculum planning, professional learning and student pathway development.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Education Advantage help us choose between iPad and Mac?

Yes. We help schools connect device decisions to learning goals, year levels, staff workflows, budget, support capacity, curriculum needs and lifecycle planning. The right answer depends on what the school needs students and staff to do.

Can you support Apple School Manager and MDM?

Yes. Education Advantage supports Apple School Manager, device enrolment, app deployment, Managed Apple IDs or Managed Apple Accounts where relevant, and MDM workflows including Jamf environments.

Do you support parent-funded device programs?

Yes. Education Advantage can help schools plan parent-funded and school-owned models, including ordering pathways, communication, deployment, support, repairs, lifecycle planning and community confidence.

Can you help teachers use Apple technology in the classroom?

Yes. We support professional learning, coaching, planning, learning experience trials, classroom practice reviews and practical educator support connected to the school's goals.

Can you review an Apple environment that is already in place?

Yes. We can review Apple School Manager, MDM, deployment, Wi-Fi readiness, identity, support workflows, device lifecycle, educator confidence and the leadership decisions around the program.

Do you only sell devices?

No. Education Advantage supports Apple procurement, but the work is broader than just supply. We help schools plan, deploy, manage, support and sustain Apple technology as part of the whole school environment.

Sources

[4] Apple (2026) MacBook Neo: Technical specifications. Available at: https://support.apple.com/en-au/126322 (Accessed: 23 October 2026). [5] Apple (n.d.) MacBook Air: Technical specifications. Available at: https://www.apple.com/au/macbook-air/specs/ (Accessed: 23 October 2026). [6] Apple (n.d.) Accessibility. Available at: https://www.apple.com/au/accessibility/ (Accessed: 23 October 2026). [7] Apple (n.d.) Deploy devices with Apple School Manager or Apple Business. Available at: https://support.apple.com/en-au/guide/deployment/depd3a5dd518/web (Accessed: 23 October 2026). [8] Apple (n.d.) Classroom User Guide. Available at: https://support.apple.com/en-au/guide/classroom/welcome/web (Accessed: 23 October 2026). [9] Apple (n.d.) Welcome to Classwork. Available at: https://support.apple.com/en-au/guide/schoolwork-teacher/welcome/ios (Accessed: 23 October 2026). [10] Apple (n.d.) Set up iPad and Mac to give tests and assessments. Available at: https://support.apple.com/en-au/101976 (Accessed: 23 October 2026). [11] Apple (n.d.) About privacy and security for Apple products in education. Available at: https://support.apple.com/en-au/102123 (Accessed: 23 October 2026). [12] World Economic Forum (2025) The Future of Jobs Report 2025. Available at: https://www3.weforum.org/docs/WEF_Future_of_Jobs_Report_2025.pdf (Accessed: 23 October 2026). [13] Apple (n.d.) Swift. Available at: https://developer.apple.com/swift/ (Accessed: 23 October 2026). [14] Apple (n.d.) Swift Playgrounds. Available at: https://www.apple.com/au/swift/playgrounds/ (Accessed: 23 October 2026).