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Julie Sargent

@juliesargent.bsky.social
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Independent Primary English Consultant based in Oxfordshire. Co-author of Opening Doors to Ambitious Primary English: Pitching high and including all. www.innovateducation.co.uk

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Bob Cox @openingdoors.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
Another hub is opening led by @thinktalkleah.bsky.social via Inspire Partnership @ipatedu.bsky.social at Blackfield Primary, Southampton. It's open to all. Thanks Inspire! Let me know if you would like a hub opened in your area. searchingforexcellence.co.uk/wp-content/u...
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Bob Cox @openingdoors.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
Thanks @mrstopcatteacher.bsky.social ‘Overheard on a Saltmarsh’ continues to inspire! @lauraspargo.bsky.social @thinktalkleah.bsky.social @juliesargent.bsky.social
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Julie Sargent @juliesargent.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
Fabulous to work with @greenshawtrust.bsky.social yesterday and explore how ambitious texts can support our early writers to develop composition (oral & written) using Opening Doors principles and strategies. @openingdoors.bsky.social
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Bob Cox @openingdoors.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
@thinktalkleah.bsky.social @lauraspargo.bsky.social @juliesargent.bsky.social @son1bun.bsky.social @haringeyeduc.bsky.social @natecommunity.bsky.social @englishassociation.bsky.social
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Julie Sargent @juliesargent.bsky.social · 07/02/2026
Lovely to see the exploration of crafting effective non-fiction writing!
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Laura Spargo @lauraspargo.bsky.social · 07/02/2026
💡📖✍️💬 If you've not seen @juliesargent.bsky.social's fantastic resource for KS1, take a look! ✨️ The success stories are already pouring in! #PrimaryEnglish ##PrimaryReading #PrimaryWriting #KeyStageOneTeachers #EduSky #TeachingResources
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Bob Cox @openingdoors.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
More ‘Opening Doors’ success👇
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Julie Sargent @juliesargent.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
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Crown House Publishing @crownhousepub.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
Celebrate National Storytelling Week with our Opening Doors series! Each tale is a doorway to new perspectives, experiences, and adventures—perfect for readers of all ages 📖 Buy your copies now: buff.ly/hw4R5Cl
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Opening Doors - Crown House Publishing
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Bob Cox @openingdoors.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
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Laura Spargo @lauraspargo.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
✍️ Have you seen the incredible collections of writing over on the @crownhousepub.bsky.social Opening Doors web page? 🔉 *New pieces of writing* - do take a look. You're sure to be impressed! @openingdoors.bsky.social @juliesargent.bsky.social @thinktalkleah.bsky.social #EduSky #Writing
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Bob Cox @openingdoors.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
Well done Boorley Park pupils! More doors have opened! Do read the pupils’ work via the link www.crownhouse.co.uk/featured-ope... ‘Stay and lock the windows, Maybe a crow is watching Maybe you’ll see a portrait of a portrait, Or a stain Or a mirror Reflecting a mirror.’
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Opening Doors To A Richer English Curriculum - Pupils' Work (Ages 10-13) Inspired By Part 1: Unit 1 - Crown House Publishing
<p>In Opening Doors, Bob Cox introduces teachers to engaging strategies which use literary heritage texts as the stimulus for excellent learning. The books put the focus on pupils producing quality wr...
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Bob Cox @openingdoors.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
@jdurran.bsky.social @lauraspargo.bsky.social @thinktalkleah.bsky.social @juliesargent.bsky.social @joshuaseigal.bsky.social @katewakeling.bsky.social @suehardy-dawson.bsky.social
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Bob Cox @openingdoors.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
Five picture books explored by Julie Sargent #openingdoors Don’t Miss this 👇 @juliesargent.bsky.social www.nace.co.uk/blogpost/176...
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NACE
An independent charity founded 40 years ago, the National Association for Able Children in Education (NACE) works with schools, education leaders and practitioners to improve provision for more able l...
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Laura Spargo @lauraspargo.bsky.social · 11/01/2026
A brilliant article @juliesargent.bsky.social - so many insightful ideas and suggestions. A really helpful read 💡
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Bob Cox @openingdoors.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
Another part of Julie’s growing work at KS1 👇 Superb! ‘Opening Doors’ is finding new directions 👇
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Julie Sargent @juliesargent.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
Delighted to share my first ever blog in conjunction with NACE around using picture books in KS1 to stretch and inspire young learners. @openingdoors.bsky.social @thinktalkleah.bsky.social @lauraspargo.bsky.social www.nace.co.uk/blogpost/176...
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NACE
An independent charity founded 40 years ago, the National Association for Able Children in Education (NACE) works with schools, education leaders and practitioners to improve provision for more able l...
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Bob Cox @openingdoors.bsky.social · 07/01/2026
Leading book in the ‘opening doors’ series: case studies and theory; how ambitious English can come about www.amazon.co.uk/Opening-Door...
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Bob Cox @openingdoors.bsky.social · 03/01/2026
This is absolutely brilliant from Leah! Listen in for a gem of wisdom every few minutes and examples of classroom application from ‘Opening Doors’ @juliesargent.bsky.social @lauraspargo.bsky.social @englishassociation.bsky.social @joshuaseigal.bsky.social @teresacremin.bsky.social
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Crown House Publishing @crownhousepub.bsky.social · 29/12/2025
Jingle all the way into the #NationalYearofReading with this new English resource from @juliesargent.bsky.social! 🔔 Centred around Nimesh the Adventurer, this resource gives teachers the to boost students' #oracy & #literacy skills, & find genuine joy in reading. Download for £4.99: buff.ly/nWOxSVS
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Laura Spargo @lauraspargo.bsky.social · 27/12/2025
✨️ If you're looking for ideas to support high-quality English learning experiences in Reception and KS1 - look no further! 👇🏻
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Crown House Publishing @crownhousepub.bsky.social · 27/12/2025
The perfect festive treat for your lesson planning! Available for just £4.99 from TES 👉 buff.ly/nWOxSVS
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Nimesh the Adventurer: A Reception and KS1 Resource | Teaching Resources
Created by English Consultant Julie Sargent, this accessible and engaging resource has been designed specifically for reception and KS1 teachers. Focusing on Nimesh
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Julie Sargent @juliesargent.bsky.social · 27/12/2025
@openingdoors.bsky.social @thinktalkleah.bsky.social @lauraspargo.bsky.social @justimaginecentre.bsky.social
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Crown House Publishing @crownhousepub.bsky.social · 24/12/2025
Imaginative play is the gift that keeps on giving for young learners! 🎁 This fantastic new resource by @juliesargent.bsky.social helps Reception/KS1 teachers equip students with #oracy & #literacy skills using Nimesh the Adventurer as a key text. Available for JUST £4.99 from TES: buff.ly/nWOxSVS
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Bob Cox @openingdoors.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
Happy Xmas Everyone, especially our UK network of schools. See below 😃👇
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Julie Sargent @juliesargent.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
Merry Christmas from all the Opening Doors team and we hope you enjoy this extra treat! @openingdoors.bsky.social @thinktalkleah.bsky.social @lauraspargo.bsky.social
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Bob Cox @openingdoors.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
Leading book in our series with case studies and advice for ambitious English for all. Seems to be at its lowest cost offer I’ve seen. www.amazon.co.uk/Opening-Door...
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Opening Doors to Ambitious Primary English: Pitching high and including all (Opening Doors series) : Bob Cox, Leah Crawford, Angela Jenkins, Julie Sargent: Amazon.co.uk: Books
Buy Opening Doors to Ambitious Primary English: Pitching high and including all (Opening Doors series) by Bob Cox, Leah Crawford, Angela Jenkins, Julie Sargent (ISBN: 9781785836671) from Amazon's Book...
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Julie Sargent @juliesargent.bsky.social · 14/12/2025
A fabulous text and a creative unit of work to start the #NationalYearofReading with! @openingdoors.bsky.social @lauraspargo.bsky.social @thinktalkleah.bsky.social
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Julie Sargent @juliesargent.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
Ooh - I can see it fitting perfectly with Story Land - a place for every reception and KS1 (and beyond) child. @crownhousepub.bsky.social @openingdoors.bsky.social
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Bob Cox @openingdoors.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
Getting a lot of attention 👇
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Julie Sargent @juliesargent.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
Exciting new Opening Doors unit of work created for reception and KS1. @openingdoors.bsky.social @thinktalkleah.bsky.social @lauraspargo.bsky.social
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Julie Sargent @juliesargent.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
That’s great to hear! We all look forward to hearing from the pupils and seeing their writing. Exciting times! @openingdoors.bsky.social @thinktalkleah.bsky.social @crownhousepub.bsky.social @lauraspargo.bsky.social
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Bob Cox @openingdoors.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
Fascinating and what a school 👇
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Laura Spargo @lauraspargo.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
✨️ My visit to @hallsvillesch.bsky.social was so special, I had to write a 'glimmer' about it! ❤️📖 Authentic considerations for embedding a truly inspiring reading culture and curriculum. @justimaginecentre.bsky.social @openingdoors.bsky.social open.substack.com/pub/lauraspa...
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Embedding an authentic reading culture
Environments, curriculum and teacher PD.
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Bob Cox @openingdoors.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
This is a top class KS1 resource 👇👇👇👇
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Julie Sargent @juliesargent.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
That’s great to hear! We all look forward to hearing from the pupils and seeing their writing. Exciting times! @openingdoors.bsky.social @thinktalkleah.bsky.social @crownhousepub.bsky.social @lauraspargo.bsky.social
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Bob Cox @openingdoors.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
Thanks to the schools and Laura on lighting some fires. Lots of people ask for inclusive resources so why not take a look or contact one of us? 👇👇👇
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Julie Sargent @juliesargent.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
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Laura Spargo @lauraspargo.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
✨️ How fantastic to spend the afternoon with leaders and teachers at @hallsvillesch.bsky.social and @scottwilkieprimary.bsky.social ✍️❤️📖 We explored how a range of Opening Doors strategies (and the principles behind these) will continue to inspire ambition in ALL pupils. @openingdoors.bsky.social
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Julie Sargent @juliesargent.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
The best way to enjoy it. Would love to know what you think! Is it a glass of wine or is it a secret underwater kingdom? @crownhousepub.bsky.social @openingdoors.bsky.social
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Bob Cox @openingdoors.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
A very exciting step forward for #openingdoors 👇👇👇
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Julie Sargent @juliesargent.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
How very exciting. Our first ever Opening Doors unit for reception and KS1 @openingdoors.bsky.social
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Julie Sargent @juliesargent.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
I very much enjoyed creating this. Language, vocabulary and imaginary play are at the heart of this new unit. @mrstopcatteacher.bsky.social @juliangrenier.bsky.social @edfinch.bsky.social @justimaginecentre.bsky.social
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Laura Spargo @lauraspargo.bsky.social · 18/10/2025
✨️ Wonderful to see the Opening Doors books at the @openuni-rfp.bsky.social and @uklitassociation.bsky.social Reading for Pleasure Conference in Milton Keynes today. @openingdoors.bsky.social @thinktalkleah.bsky.social @juliesargent.bsky.social @crownhousepub.bsky.social #ReadingForPleasure
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Bob Cox @openingdoors.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
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Laura Spargo @lauraspargo.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
💡Poetry, prose & penny dreadfuls. A wonderful way to end the afternoon, hearing how @ipatedu.bsky.social have created exciting writing opportunities using the Opening Doors strategies. The OD team are feeling inspired! @openingdoors.bsky.social @thinktalkleah.bsky.social @juliesargent.bsky.social
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Laura Spargo @lauraspargo.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
📚❤️ Could there be a better end to the day than taking the "blue book" (i.e. everything you need to know about Opening Doors) to the @britishlibrary.bsky.social? @openingdoors.bsky.social @thinktalkleah.bsky.social @juliesargent.bsky.social #edusky #primaryenglish #reading #writing
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Julie Sargent @juliesargent.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
Step into great texts - Melbourne Primary share their journey! @openingdoors.bsky.social
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