In this episode multiple and multidimensional transitions in education are reflected on through a post-lockdown lens. Jonathan Glazzard interviews Beth Hannah about developing a framework for compassionate transition while Michelle Jayman discusses with Claire Fox the unique challenges for children transitioning to secondary school during a global pandemic and some of the lessons learned to inform a more emotion-focused approach. Emma Harvey and Ben Broadhurst share first-hand accounts of HE student experiences of the sudden shift to online learning and Anthea Rose concludes with a powerful take home message for all learning communities as they transition beyond lockdown.