Abbottabad Public School

Abbottabad Public School, established in 1953, is one of Pakistan's most prestigious boarding schools, modelled on the British public school tradition and located in the scenic mountain city of Abbottabad in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Often compared to Aitchison College Lahore in prestige, Abbottabad Public School (APS) is a boys-only residential institution offering O-Level and A-Level Cambridge International education alongside the Pakistan national curriculum from Grade 6 through Intermediate. The school is renowned for its distinctive British-inspired house system, rigorous academic standards, strong sporting tradition, and emphasis on leadership and character development. Abbottabad's cool mountain climate (elevation 1,256m) and scenic surroundings create an ideal environment for a traditional boarding school experience. APS has produced many of Pakistan's leading generals, diplomats, politicians, academics, and professionals over seven decades of operation. Facilities include dormitories, dining halls, science laboratories, a large library, playing fields, and a swimming pool. Students from across Pakistan and the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa region compete for the limited residential places. The school maintains strong alumni ties and is regarded as one of the finest educational institutions in KPK.