Today, the topic of education system transformation is front of mind for many leaders. Ministers of education around the world are seeking to build back better as they emerge from COVID-19-school closures to a new normal of living with a pandemic. In response, the authors have developed this shared vision of education system transformation. This brief is for any education leader or stakeholder who is interested in charting a transformation, journey in their country or education jurisdiction, such as a state or district. It is also for civil society organizations, funders, researchers, and anyone interested in the topic of national development through education. In it, the following questions are answered: (1) Why is education system transformation urgent now? (2) What is education system transformation? and (3) How can education system transformation advance in your country or jurisdiction?