Main Street School officially started in August of 2006 as ASK Learning Center by Tanya Apana. Our intention was to provide an alternative learning environment for students and families who were looking for a smaller, more personalized atmosphere that provided an experiential or project-based curriculum.

Our students come from various learning environments. For some, this is their first taste of school, and our home-like atmosphere is a welcoming introduction. Some come to us from a homeschooling background, and our flexibility and multi-age classrooms allow for an easy transition.

Still others transition to Main Street from other private or public schools. Our students come not only from Norwalk, but also many other metro communities. We have had students from Waukee, Urbandale, West Des Moines, Des Moines, Indianola, Martensdale, and as far south as St. Mary's and as far north as Ames.

Children are taught using individual curriculums based on the needs of the whole child. We subscribe to the premise that a quality education focuses on emotional, physical, social, and academic development. We work to create a safe and welcoming environment by creating strong relationships among teachers, students, and families.