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Julie Sargent

@juliesargent.bsky.social

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

240 Followers  |  301 Following  |  64 Posts  |  Joined: 29.11.2024
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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.

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04.03.2026 10:23 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thanks @mrstopcatteacher.bsky.social
β€˜Overheard on a Saltmarsh’ continues to inspire!
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25.02.2026 14:29 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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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

24.02.2026 18:25 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1

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13.02.2026 17:04 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0

Lovely to see the exploration of crafting effective non-fiction writing!

07.02.2026 13:19 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

πŸ’‘πŸ“–βœοΈπŸ’¬ 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

07.02.2026 12:40 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

More β€˜Opening Doors’ successπŸ‘‡

05.02.2026 20:35 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you for sharing @shellygeeson.bsky.social - lovely to hear about how they transformed your office! Keep us all updated - we love hearing about how it’s supporting ambitious and inspiring opportunities in English @crownhousepub.bsky.social @openingdoors.bsky.social

05.02.2026 20:14 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 2

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05.02.2026 19:20 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Tyson was very intrigued and did some good hunting for an older cat! I think @malcolmandbabydog.bsky.social and his three siblings would enjoy this!

04.02.2026 11:14 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Opening Doors - Crown House Publishing Opening Doors

Celebrate National Storytelling Week with our Opening Doors series!

Each tale is a doorway to new perspectives, experiences, and adventuresβ€”perfect for readers of all ages πŸ“–

Buy your copies now: buff.ly/hw4R5Cl

02.02.2026 10:01 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 2

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30.01.2026 12:39 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

✍️ Have you seen the incredible collections of writing over on the @crownhousepub.bsky.social Opening Doors web page?

πŸ”‰ *New pieces of writing* - do take a look. You're sure to be impressed!

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#EduSky #Writing

26.01.2026 19:29 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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...

Well done Boorley Park pupils!
More doors have opened! Do read the pupils’ work via the link
www.crownhouse.co.uk/featured-ope...

β€˜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.’

26.01.2026 19:15 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 3

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26.01.2026 19:18 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Oh my. Exciting. Will preorder!

15.01.2026 16:41 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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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...

Five picture books explored by Julie Sargent #openingdoors Don’t Miss this πŸ‘‡
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www.nace.co.uk/blogpost/176...

13.01.2026 18:22 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

A brilliant article @juliesargent.bsky.social - so many insightful ideas and suggestions. A really helpful read πŸ’‘

11.01.2026 12:06 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Another part of Julie’s growing work at KS1 πŸ‘‡ Superb! β€˜Opening Doors’ is finding new directions πŸ‘‡

09.01.2026 21:28 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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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...

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...

09.01.2026 20:32 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1

Leading book in the β€˜opening doors’ series: case studies and theory; how ambitious English can come about
www.amazon.co.uk/Opening-Door...

07.01.2026 20:39 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Here it is - bsky.app/profile/crow...

06.01.2026 18:59 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I had a fantastic time working with enthusiastic staff in west London thinking about approaches in reception and KS1 using high quality picture books! β€˜How can we sense impending danger?’ was a big question to explore using both illustrations and text!

06.01.2026 18:15 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

This will be a great listen! @openingdoors.bsky.social @thinktalkleah.bsky.social

03.01.2026 15:47 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

This is absolutely brilliant from Leah!
Listen in for a gem of wisdom every few minutes and examples of classroom application from β€˜Opening Doors’
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03.01.2026 15:34 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Jingle all the way into the #NationalYearofReading with this new English resource from @juliesargent.bsky.social! πŸ””

Centred around Nimesh the Adventurer, this resource gives teachers the to boost students' #oracy & #literacy skills, & find genuine joy in reading. Download for Β£4.99: buff.ly/nWOxSVS

29.12.2025 10:01 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

✨️ If you're looking for ideas to support high-quality English learning experiences in Reception and KS1 - look no further! πŸ‘‡πŸ»

27.12.2025 13:47 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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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

The perfect festive treat for your lesson planning! Available for just Β£4.99 from TES πŸ‘‰ buff.ly/nWOxSVS

27.12.2025 10:01 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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