SEA Academy

Home of the Southeastern Autism Academy

A year-round, inclusive, private day school in Wilmington, NC offering an empowering educational experience in a family-centric, supportive environment.

Celebrating 10 years

Our Purpose

OASIS NC is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization committed to providing Outstanding Academic and Social Instructional Services to promote independence, confidence, and compassion in children and teens with learning differences. We use evidence-based practices and highly individualized services and supports to target a broad range of educational, behavioral, social, and communication needs that particularly benefit individuals with Autism, ADHD, anxiety, and other learning differences.

SEA Academy

K-12 Academics tailored to meet the needs of each student, our curriculum adapts to the evolving needs of neurodiverse individuals.

Engaging Programs

Exceptional opportunities to explore and expand special talents and build social, athletic, academic, investigative and artistic skills.

Family Support

Sibling workshops and in-home support that helps foster meaningful connections within families.

Qualified, Compassionate Staff

Knowledge, experience, and an unparalleled enthusiasm for teaching the whole child.

Erika Merriman

A Message from our Director

"We are truly honored to serve many wonderful families and neurodiverse individuals at OASIS NC and the SEA Academy. Our entire team is passionate about empowering individuals with learning differences through educational opportunities and experiences that enhance growth and expand horizons.” - Erika Merriman, M.Ed - Executive Director/Co-Founder

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Why Families Love OASIS NC

More than a decade of providing quality autism support services to Wilmington and surrounding areas

Direct Social Skills instruction by experienced, qualified educators

1:4 Faculty Student Ratio

$50,000 in annual financial aid or total dollars in scholarships

Three diploma options offered for high school students

Diverse and engaging enrichment opportunities (Nutrition Lab, Film Festival, Protect the Planet, Performing Arts,  and more!)

Enrichment

Be a part of something big! Help more children, adolescents, and families gain access to enriching opportunities.

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News + Events

Happiness Project

Whew! What a year it has been.  It is safe to say that everyone has been impacted by COVID, but...
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March Events

Spring Break SEA Academy at OASIS NC operates on a year round schedule.  This means we have 4, three week...
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Building Update

It’s official! We will be on Randall Parkway for another 5 years! Although we had hoped to purchase a building...
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Eshelman Foundation

Our first Spotlight honor goes to the Eshelman Foundation! Although not staff or a student, it is quite possible that...
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