Powerful immersive VR technology supports inclusive learning in K-12 classrooms
Chicago, (June 10, 2026) — EduverseTHRIVE, Avantis Education’s virtual reality (VR) solution designed to support inclusive learning, has been named the winner of the “Inclusive Learning Innovation” category in the 2026 EdTech Breakthrough Awards. The recognition marks the first major industry award for EduverseTHRIVE since its launch in January 2026.
“We created EduverseTHRIVE to address the growing need for classroom-based tools that support student regulation and inclusion,” said Huw Williams,CEO, OF Avantis Education. “Rather than removing students from learning environments, EduverseTHRIVE enables teachers to provide immersive sensory and wellbeing experiences within the classroom, helping students regulate, refocus and re-engage with learning. It fills a critical need and we are delighted to have it recognized by the EdTech Breakthrough Awards.”
The EdTech Breakthrough Awards recognizes the world’s most innovative companies, products and services in educational technology. The 2026 program attracted more than 3,000 nominations from around the world.
EduverseTHRIVE harnesses the power of VR technology to support inclusive learning in mainstream classrooms. Using a dedicated set of Avantis’ ClassVR headsets, teachers can access immersive, educator-led VR experiences designed to support sensory regulation and emotional readiness.
These experiences include:
- My Thrive, a personal virtual space to reset, regulate and return ready to learn
- Life Skills, real world experiences that build understanding, confidence and inclusion.
- Sensory Support, Balanced sensory experiences, ready when learners need them. Designed to support both sensory-seeking and sensory-avoidant learners.
- Building Empathy, Immersive experiences that grow empathy and understanding.
Since its launch, EduverseTHRIVE has been adopted by schools seeking practical, scalable approaches to supporting inclusion, wellbeing through immersive technology.
To see the full list of winners of the EdTech Breakthrough Awards, visit https://edtechbreakthrough.com/edtech-2026-winners/
To learn more about EduverseTHRIVE, visit https://www.classvr.com/us/eduverse-thrive/