Apple Distinguished Schools (ADS) are centres of leadership and educational excellence that demonstrate Apple’s vision for learning with technology — and we believe they are some of the most innovative schools in the world.
Sekolah Seri Puteri, Cyberjaya
Sekolah Seri Puteri (SSP), located in Cyberjaya, Malaysia, is a distinguished all-girls boarding school established in 1968. Recognized as an Apple Distinguished School (ADS) for the periods 2021–2024 and 2024–2027, SSP has demonstrated continuous innovation in integrating Apple technology into its teaching and learning environments. The school emphasizes the use of iPads and other Apple tools to foster creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills among students. This approach aligns with SSP's vision of molding innovative leaders of tomorrow. By leveraging technology, SSP aims to provide a dynamic and engaging educational experience, preparing students to excel in a rapidly evolving digital world.
Kolej Tunku Kursiah, Bandar Enstek, Negeri Sembilan
Kolej Tunku Kurshiah (TKC), located in Bandar Enstek, Malaysia, is a premier all-girls boarding school established in 1947. In 2017, TKC achieved the distinction of becoming the first Apple Distinguished School (ADS) in Southeast Asia. This recognition highlights TKC's commitment to integrating Apple technology into its educational framework, fostering an environment that promotes creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking among students. By leveraging tools like iPads and various educational apps, TKC enhances the learning experience, preparing students to excel in a technology-driven world. This approach aligns with Apple's vision for innovative learning environments.
Sekolah Tun Fatimah, Johor
Sekolah Tun Fatimah (STF), located in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, is a premier all-girls boarding school established in 1956. In 2023, STF was recognized as an Apple Distinguished School (ADS), a designation awarded to centers of leadership and educational excellence that demonstrate Apple's vision for learning with technology. This recognition highlights STF's commitment to integrating Apple technology into its educational framework, fostering an environment that promotes creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking among students. By leveraging tools like iPads and various educational apps, STF enhances the learning experience, preparing students to excel in a technology-driven world. This approach aligns with Apple's vision for innovative learning environments.
Sekolah Menengah Sains Sultan Mahmud, Terengganu
Sekolah Menengah Sains Sultan Mahmud (SESMA), located in Kuala Nerus, Terengganu, Malaysia, is a fully residential school established in 1973. The school actively integrates Apple's vision for technology-enhanced learning, utilizing iPads and Apple applications like Keynote and iMovie to create interactive and engaging educational experiences. SESMA fosters a tech-savvy culture through initiatives such as the Tech Leaders program, where students guide peers in effective technology use, and by encouraging educators to pursue Apple Teacher certifications. These efforts align with SESMA’s aspiration to be recognized as an Apple Distinguished School, promoting creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking.
Sekolah Sultan Alam Shah, Putrajaya
Sekolah Sultan Alam Shah (SAS), located in Putrajaya, Malaysia, is a premier all-boys residential school established on February 7, 1963. The school has been recognized as a High Performance School and, in 2014, was designated as one of the 10 Schools of Global Excellence by the Ministry of Education due to its academic achievements and international recognition. SAS has integrated technology into its educational framework, utilizing tools like iPads and various educational apps to enhance the learning experience. This approach aligns with Apple's vision for innovative learning environments. By leveraging technology, SAS aims to provide a dynamic and engaging educational experience, preparing students to excel in a rapidly evolving digital world.
Malay College Kuala Kangsar (MCKK)
The Malay College Kuala Kangsar (MCKK) has been recognized as an Apple Distinguished School for 2022 to 2025. The school has leveraged Apple technologies, such as iPads and various apps, to transform its teaching and learning environment into an interactive and innovative space. MCKK’s educational approach emphasizes creativity and collaboration, using technology to bring lessons to life and improve student outcomes. This recognition underscores MCKK’s leadership in adopting cutting-edge educational practices that align with Apple’s vision for modern learning.
Maktab Rendah Sains MARA, Taiping, Perak
Maktab Rendah Sains MARA (MRSM) Taiping, established in 1983, is a premier co-educational boarding school in Taiping, Perak, Malaysia. It is recognized as an Apple Distinguished School (ADS), a designation awarded to centers of leadership and educational excellence that demonstrate Apple's vision for learning with technology. MRSM Taiping was the first public school in Malaysia to receive this recognition. The school has integrated Apple technologies into its learning ecosystem, utilizing tools like Reality Composer to enhance the educational experience. This commitment to innovation underscores MRSM Taiping's dedication to providing a modern and effective learning environment for its students.
Nexus International School, Putrajaya
Nexus International School Malaysia, located in Putrajaya, has been recognized as an Apple Distinguished School (ADS) for the period 2022 to 2025. This prestigious designation is awarded to institutions that demonstrate innovation, leadership, and educational excellence through the integration of Apple technology into their learning environments. At Nexus, technology is seamlessly embedded into the curriculum to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. The school employs a variety of Apple tools and applications to foster creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking among learners. This approach aligns with Nexus's commitment to providing a progressive and dynamic educational experience, preparing students to thrive in a technology-driven world.
International School ParkCity, Kuala Lumpur
The International School @ ParkCity (ISP) has been recognized as an Apple Distinguished School in 2016, 2018, and 2020, highlighting its sustained excellence in integrating Apple technologies into education. ISP provides an innovative and collaborative learning environment that empowers students to explore their creativity and develop critical problem-solving skills. The use of Apple devices like iPads and various apps supports personalized and immersive learning experiences. This consistent recognition underscores ISP's role as a trailblazer in educational technology in Malaysia.
HELP International School, Selangor
HELP International School is celebrated for its forward-thinking approach to education, earning the status of an Apple Distinguished School. By embedding Apple technologies into the curriculum, the school fosters an interactive and dynamic learning environment. Teachers and students at HELP utilize iPads and Apple applications like Keynote, Pages, and iMovie to create projects, presentations, and other engaging educational materials. This integration of technology has significantly enhanced student engagement, creativity, and collaboration, reflecting HELP's commitment to preparing students for a technology-driven future.
Oasis International School, Kuala Lumpur
Oasis International School, awarded the Apple Distinguished School status for 2024 to 2027, is dedicated to providing a progressive educational experience by integrating Apple technologies into its teaching methodologies. The school emphasizes the use of iPads and Apple applications to enhance learning through interactive and engaging lessons. Oasis fosters an environment where creativity and critical thinking are nurtured, preparing students to adapt and excel in a rapidly changing technological world. This recognition highlights the school’s commitment to innovation and excellence in education.
Garden International School, Kuala Lumpur
Garden International School (GIS), located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, has been recognized as an Apple Distinguished School for the period 2022–2025. This prestigious designation is awarded to institutions that demonstrate innovation, leadership, and educational excellence through the integration of Apple technology into their learning environments. At GIS, technology is seamlessly embedded into the curriculum to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. The school employs a variety of Apple tools and applications to foster creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking among learners. This approach aligns with GIS's commitment to providing a progressive and dynamic educational experience, preparing students to thrive in a technology-driven world.
USCI International School Kuala Lumpur
UCSI International School Kuala Lumpur’s journey towards becoming recognised as an Apple Distinguished School started at the school’s onset in January 2021. The school and its teachers have sought to utilise EdTech and Apple technology to inspire their learners, encouraging them to imagine new possibilities so that they can impact the world around them. The core team which put together their Apple Distinguished School application included Matt Atlas (USA), Group Head of EdTech; Ava Zang (China), Mandarin Teacher, Shannon Baldwin (Canada), ICT and Makerspace Teacher, Fernando Canadillas (Spain), Spanish Teacher and Julia Jaafar (Malaysia), Malay Teacher.