Sex Education Season 4: Unforgettable Highlights From Season 3!

Summary

Sex Education season 4 will be the show's last, giving the writers only eight episodes to wrap up every character's storyline.

Maeve and Otis became an official couple in the third season, but Maeve had to leave for the United States to participate in a study program. Aimee ended her relationship with Steve, Otis briefly dated Ruby, and Adam forgave Eric for cheating, though their relationship ultimately ended. Moordale Secondary School closed down, and Jackson and Cal also ended their relationship.

Sex Education will conclude its journey with season 4, leaving the writers with just eight episodes to tie up all the loose ends for each character. This beloved Netflix comedy-drama series debuted in January 2019 and quickly captivated audiences with its bold storytelling, exceptional performances, vibrant cinematography, and honest portrayal of teenage experiences and hormones. Building upon the success of its first season, each subsequent installment added depth to the narrative until the British show reaches its finale in September 2023 when the fourth season airs.

Returning for Sex Education season 4 are familiar faces, including Asa Butterfield as Otis Milburn, Ncuti Gatwa as Eric Effiong, Emma Mackey as Maeve Wiley, Connor Swindells as Adam Groff, Kedar Williams-Stirling as Jackson Marchetti, Alistair Petrie as Michael Groff, Mimi Keene as Ruby Matthews, Aimee Lou Wood as Aimee Gibbs, George Robinson as Isaac Goodwin, Dua Saleh as Cal Bowman, Chinenye Ezeudu as Vivienne Odusanya, Samantha Spiro as Maureen Groff, Mikael Persbrandt as Jakob Nyman, and Gillian Anderson as Jean Milburn. While new cast members will also join the upcoming episodes, in this article, we will focus on the characters who played significant roles in season 3.

10 Maeve & Otis Kissed & Finally Became A Couple

9 Maeve Left For The United States In Sex Education Season 3's Ending

Throughout three seasons, Otis and Maeve's relationship had a lingering uncertainty, characterized by their constant push and pull. Season 1 of Sex Education concluded with Maeve finally summoning the courage to confess her feelings to Otis, only to be met with the heartbreaking sight of him kissing Ola. Season 2 ended on a bittersweet note, as Otis left a heartfelt voicemail declaring his love for Maeve, only for Isaac to delete it. However, in the subsequent season, Maeve discovers the contents of Otis' message and the two characters finally find themselves on the same wavelength. They share a passionate kiss as a sign that their bond has evolved. Despite facing numerous obstacles along the way, Maeve and Otis make a firm decision to be together by the end of the season finale. Unfortunately, the timing is far from ideal, as Maeve must depart the country shortly thereafter, leading to a sorrowful parting between the two lovers.

Maeve had an incredible opportunity awaiting her in the third season of Sex Education - an invitation to participate in a study program in America. At first, she turned it down due to financial constraints. However, when Maeve's mother provided her with the necessary funds, she became unsure once again due to her relationship with Otis. Fortunately, Aimee helped Maeve realize that she couldn't let this chance to pursue her dreams slip away. As a result, when Sex Education returns for its fourth season, Maeve will find herself in America, accompanied by her new mentor, Thomas Molloy, portrayed by the talented Dan Levy.

8 Aimee Broke Up With Steve

Aimee's journey in the past two seasons of Sex Education has been challenging, especially after experiencing sexual assault in season 2, episode 3. Sadly, her recovery process caused her to end her relationship with Steve, despite there being no apparent issues in their relationship. Aimee simply wasn't in the right frame of mind to be in a relationship, resulting in their breakup in season 3.

7 Otis & Ruby Dated

Otis and Ruby were one of the most unexpected couples in Sex Education. Somehow, they managed to make it work, but things took a surprising turn when Ruby developed strong feelings for Otis. Unfortunately for Ruby, Otis did not share the same level of affection towards her. He couldn't reciprocate her love because he was still infatuated with Maeve throughout season 3. When Otis finally admitted his lack of feelings for Ruby, she was completely taken aback and left heartbroken. This ultimately led to their breakup.

6 Adam Forgave Eric For Cheating & They Still Broke Up

Sex Education season 3 saw a plethora of relationship drama, resulting in several couples parting ways throughout the eight episodes. Among them were Eric and Adam, whose bond faced turmoil during their trip to Nigeria. Eric's unfaithfulness surfaced when he shared a kiss with another boy, straining their relationship further. Despite Eric's confession and Adam's forgiveness, the couple ultimately decided to break up due to Eric's belief that being with Adam was causing him to lose a significant part of his identity.

5 Moordale Secondary School Shut Down

The closure of Moordale Secondary School is one of the primary forces driving the narrative in Sex Education season 4. Known as the "sex school," the institution unfortunately met its demise at the end of season 3. Despite sincere attempts to salvage it, the owners ultimately made the decision to sell the school to developers. Consequently, each student had to seek alternative educational options, leading to the migration of numerous characters to Cavendish College in season 4.

4 Jackson & Cal Broke Up In Sex Education Season 3

Jackson began a romantic relationship with Cal, who identifies as non-binary, in the third season of Sex Education. However, Jackson, who had previously identified as straight, had to come to terms with the fact that he was now in a queer relationship with Cal. Unfortunately, Cal felt that Jackson never fully accepted their non-binary identity and often viewed them as if they were female. As a result, the couple decided to end their relationship in the season 3 finale but agreed to maintain a friendship moving forward.

3 Adam Came Out To His Mom

After breaking up with Eric, Adam made the brave decision to open up to his mother, Maureen, about their relationship during the climax of Season 3 of Sex Education. Adam's coming out marked a significant milestone in his journey towards self-acceptance, and his mother's compassionate and understanding response came as no surprise to viewers. As we eagerly await Season 4, which is set to premiere on September 21, 2023, we can only speculate on what lies ahead for Adam and the future of his connection with Eric.

2 Jean Gave Birth To A Baby Girl

Jean discovered she was expecting a baby in the second season of Sex Education, following her breakup with Jakob. Both Jean and Jakob initially presumed he was the biological father. As the third season drew to a close, Jean went into labor and experienced a concerning episode of hemorrhaging. Fortunately, both Jean and her newborn daughter, Joy, recovered from this ordeal. However, a subsequent paternity test unveiled that Jakob was not Joy's biological father, further adding complexity to Jean and Jakob's relationship.

1 Maureen Turned Michael Down In The Sex Education Season 3 Finale

In Sex Education season 2, Adam's parents, Maureen and Michael, went through a divorce, despite Michael's reluctance to separate from his former wife. Towards the end of season 3, Michael made efforts to reconcile with Maureen, and the two even shared a night together in the second-to-last episode. However, Maureen remained unchanged and once again rejected Michael's attempts to reunite in Sex Education season 3.