When we think of virtual reality (VR) in education, the first images that come to mind are often of students exploring distant planets in a science class or walking through ancient civilizations in history lessons. Indeed, VR has revolutionized these areas by making learning more interactive and immersive. But did you know that VR’s potential in schools extends far beyond these obvious applications?
At XReady Lab, we’re excited to share some surprising ways VR is enhancing education, helping students develop valuable skills that go beyond traditional academics.
Soft skills like public speaking, teamwork, and leadership are crucial for students’ future success but can be challenging to teach in a traditional classroom setting. Virtual reality education offers a safe and controlled environment where students can practice these skills without fear.
Imagine a student standing on a virtual stage, delivering a presentation to a simulated audience. With VR, they can:
By immersing themselves in these realistic simulations, students can refine their soft skills in ways that traditional methods can’t match.
Traditional safety drills can sometimes fail to fully prepare students for real emergencies. VR offers a powerful tool for emergency training by allowing students to experience realistic scenarios without any actual risk.
For example, students can participate in a virtual fire drill, navigating through a simulated building while learning proper evacuation procedures. They can experience various emergency situations, such as natural disasters or medical crises, and learn how to respond appropriately.
This immersive approach makes emergency training more effective and memorable, ensuring students are better prepared if a real emergency occurs.
You might wonder how VR fits into physical education. After all, can students really exercise with a VR headset on? Surprisingly, VR is opening new doors in sports training by providing detailed feedback and innovative ways to practice skills.
Athletes can use VR to hone their techniques in sports like boxing or soccer. By wearing VR equipment, they can practice movements that are meticulously tracked and receive instant feedback on their performance. VR can simulate various scenarios, allowing athletes to train in ways that might not be possible in real life.
Moreover, VR fosters competition and camaraderie by enabling students to train with virtual teammates or challenge opponents from around the world. This not only improves their skills but also keeps them motivated and engaged.
One of the greatest advantages of VR is its ability to bypass the limitations of classical education. In traditional settings, certain experiences are impossible, unsafe, or too costly. VR makes it possible to immerse students in environments they could never access otherwise.
Imagine students exploring the human body by traveling inside an organism or a cell, or embarking on a space mission to learn about the solar system. These experiences deepen understanding and make learning unforgettable.
At XReady Lab, we specialize in creating these kinds of immersive educational experiences. Our eduverse offers a range of modules that align with the curriculum and provide hands-on learning opportunities.
We’re passionate about bringing the benefits of VR to schools in innovative and practical ways. Whether it’s developing soft skills, enhancing emergency preparedness, or revolutionizing physical education, VR has the potential to transform education.
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Frequently Asked
XReady Lab offers the largest K–12 STEM VR and Web/PC library with an AI Tutor. The packages include biology, physics, chemistry, and math, covering topics from primary school through high school.
All content is designed to align with major curricula and deliver engaging, interactive learning experiences. New simulations are added monthly.
XReady Lab’s simulations are aligned with IB, Cambridge IGCSE, AS & A Levels, NGSS, College Board, Common Core, TEKS, CBSE, BNCC, the National Curriculum for England, the Italian secondary school curriculum (Scuola Secondaria), and the National Curriculum of the Netherlands (VMBO, HAVO, VWO).
Career Packs are VR simulation bundles that let students explore STEM careers in practice. Current packs include: Future Doctor, Future Nurse, Future Engineer, Future HVAC Engineer, Future Biotechnologist, Future Astronomer, Future Neuroscientist.
New Career Packs are added regularly.
XReady Lab Superhuman AI Tutor works like a real tutor, guiding students step by step instead of giving ready-made answers. It focuses on reasoning, problem-solving, and explaining mistakes to build real understanding.
Created by international STEM Olympiad winners and coaches, it helps prepare for exams, increases memory retention by 40%, and works in real time in both VR and desktop formats with an internet connection.
XReady Lab packages include complimentary teacher training and ready-to-use Lesson Plans and Engagement Playbooks to support engaging lessons.
They guide teachers in integrating VR/web/PC simulations with clear objectives, step-by-step instructions, classroom management strategies, reflection activities, assessments, and technical checklists — helping teachers run effective lessons beyond the simulations themselves.
Simply fill out the free demo form here to get access to demo XReady Lab simulations.
We start with consultation: our team helps plan the VR classroom for your school. You need internet access and a suitable room — allocate about 5 x 5 feet (1.5 x 1.5 m) per student. One headset per two students works well.
Devices and licenses: schools can use existing Meta Quest or Pico devices and purchase licenses, or we can offer discounted devices or a turnkey solution with pre-installed content.
After purchase, we guide device setup and content installation and provide teacher training.
Teachers learn how to run VR lessons using Lesson Plans and Engagement Playbooks, manage screen casting and paired learning, and keep students engaged.
Ongoing support is always available.
VR lessons typically last 5–15 minutes, depending on the simulation, with a recommended class size of up to 20 students. Screen casting is supported and compatible with selected teacher management systems, allowing teachers to launch simulations remotely, monitor progress, and view all devices during lessons.
Teachers are supported with Lesson Plans and Engagement Playbooks that include learning objectives, step-by-step lesson flow, classroom scenarios, reflection questions, practical assignments, and assessment guidance.
XReady Lab is available worldwide and supports 75+ languages. Today, it is used by 800+ schools and 150,000+ students across the globe.
XReady Lab simulations are offered through flexible licensing packages, depending on the format and subjects you need:
If you already have VR headsets, you only purchase licenses. If not, we can also help you choose the most cost-effective setup and licensing model for your school or family.
XReady Lab works with the most widely used standalone VR headsets in schools:
All supported devices are standalone (no PC required), making them easy to deploy and manage in a school environment.
Yes. XReady Lab supports open ecosystems, not closed platforms. Schools can freely use third-party VR content alongside XReady Lab on Meta Quest and PICO headsets.
We encourage schools to diversify their VR classrooms with high-quality educational apps and can recommend tested solutions, helping expand learning beyond STEM into subjects like design, history, environmental studies, and soft skills.
XReady Lab follows school VR safety best practices. VR is recommended for students 10–12+, with short 5–15 minute sessions and seated or safe-zone use under teacher supervision, supported by screen casting.
First-time users adapt gradually. Students with medical conditions require parental and school approval, and hygiene is ensured through regular headset cleaning and replaceable face covers.
Families can access XReady Lab simulations at home in two ways:
