--- title: "Learning Beyond the Classroom – Adventures at Derwent Hill & Preston Park" url: "https://stteresashartlepool.bhcet.org.uk/news/2025-11-26-learning-beyond-the-classroom-adventures-at-derwent-hill-preston-park" school: "St. Teresa’s Catholic Primary School" --- **Tel:** 01429 274936 **Email:** admin@stteresashartlepool.bhcet.org.uk # Learning Beyond the Classroom – Adventures at Derwent Hill & Preston Park ![Image of Learning Beyond the Classroom – Adventures at Derwent Hill & Preston Park](https://files.schudio.com/st-teresa-s-catholic-primary-school-hartlepool-2/images/news/20251128_103738.jpg) 26 November 2025 At **St. Teresa’s Catholic Primary School**, we believe that learning goes far beyond the classroom walls. This term, pupils embraced **experiential learning**, gaining confidence, independence, and curiosity through real-world experiences. Our **Year 6 pupils** spent three unforgettable days at **Derwent Hill**, taking part in thrilling activities such as **climbing sessions**, **mountain hikes**, **ghyll scrambling**, and the **giant swing**. Each challenge encouraged children to try something new, support one another, and believe in themselves. Evening team challenges strengthened friendships and created memories that will last a lifetime. Meanwhile, **Key Stage 1 pupils** enjoyed a fantastic visit to **Preston Park**, where they explored **museum exhibits**, **Victorian displays**, and **wildlife areas**. Hands-on experiences brought **history and nature to life**, as pupils handled artefacts, discovered new environments, and returned eager to share their learning. Both experiences reminded us that **learning happens everywhere** – outdoors, in museums, and in moments of discovery. These opportunities not only build knowledge but also nurture resilience, teamwork, and a lifelong love of learning. ![](https://stteresashartlepool.bhcet.org.uk/images/20251127_115758.jpg) [ UK Parliament Week – Inspiring Visit from Jonathan Brash MP](https://stteresashartlepool.bhcet.org.uk/news/2025-11-24-uk-parliament-week-inspiring-visit-from-jonathan-brash-mp) [CAFOD Jubilee Assembly – Faith, Kindness & Global Responsibility ](https://stteresashartlepool.bhcet.org.uk/news/2025-12-04-cafod-jubilee-assembly-faith-kindness-global-responsibility) ![St. Teresa’s Catholic Primary School](https://files.schudio.com/st-teresa-s-catholic-primary-school-hartlepool-2/images/logo/Bishop_Hogarth_and_Hexham_Logo_new_(1).png) ### St. Teresa’s Catholic Primary School Callander Road Hartlepool TS25 3BG 01429 274936 - [Office 365](https://outlook.office.com/bhcet.org.uk) - [Liturgy](https://liturgy.bhcet.org.uk/) ### Social Media - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/stteresashartlepool/#) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/stteresas_hartlepool/) ### Translation ### Office 365 [Sign in to Office 365](https://outlook.office.com/) © Copyright 2025–2026 St. Teresa’s Catholic Primary School School & Trust Websites by [ ![Schudio logo](https://stteresashartlepool.bhcet.org.uk/img/logo/light.png) ](https://www.schudio.com/)