As children grow, their play becomes more complex. By 7-8 months, play takes on an educational role, helping infants interact meaningfully with the world. By 1.5 years, play evolves further, involving parents and caregivers. It becomes a tool for learning social norms, language, and problem-solving skills. This early stage is only the beginning—play remains vital throughout childhood.
The nervous system, through unconditional and conditioned reflexes, controls our responses to stimuli. Play reflexes, when channeled into structured activities, offer a safe environment. In this setting, children explore the world, test boundaries, and develop new skills. These interactions not only teach about the environment but also build social skills and creativity, fostering lifelong learning.
Incorporating play into education is powerful, and Virtual Reality (VR) takes it to the next level. VR creates an immersive, interactive environment, making learning engaging and effective. At XReady Lab, we’ve harnessed VR to develop interactive simulations for middle school STEM learning.
Our VR simulations make learning enjoyable and educational. By integrating game elements like sounds, rewards, and levels, we capture students’ attention. This approach also reinforces educational content through repetition and engagement. These mechanics help build conditioned reflexes—responses learned through repeated exposure. As a result, students stay focused and interested during lessons.
It’s essential to distinguish between gaming with learning elements and learning with game elements. Both have their place but serve different purposes. In middle school, where cognitive abilities are developing, game-based learning proves particularly effective. This method engages students while reinforcing the material in a fun way. VR facilitates this by offering a dynamic, interactive platform where students immerse themselves in the subject matter.
In a VR classroom, students don’t just receive information passively. They participate actively in their learning journey, crucial for understanding complex concepts. Whether they’re exploring the human body in a virtual biology lab or solving problems in a VR space, the possibilities are vast. VR lets students experiment, make mistakes, and learn in a supportive environment, boosting confidence and a love of learning.
Education is evolving, and technology will play a larger role in classrooms. VR offers unmatched opportunities for enhancing traditional teaching, engaging students, and deepening their understanding. By combining VR with play-based learning, educators create a tool that not only educates but also inspires.
At XReady Lab, we aim to push educational boundaries. Our VR simulations aren’t just supplements—they’re transformative tools that can change how students learn. By incorporating VR into your curriculum, you provide an experience that’s educational and unforgettable.
See how XReady Lab’s VR simulations can transform your classroom. Visit our demo request page for a free demo of our educational apps. Discover how VR can change the way your students learn. Whether you focus on STEM subjects or others, our VR solutions offer a dynamic learning experience.
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:
