2015 Best of Ranch & Coast: Family

Horizon Prep

Preschool
This Montessori-based Christian school offers hands-on early education development in grades pre through K, with emphasis on math, science, reading, geography, and religion. (www.horizonprep.org)

Santa Fe Christian

Private School
This college-prep Christian school in Solana Beach is recognized as the only private National Blue Ribbon School in California and focuses heavily on “nurturing the mind, body and souls” of its students. (www.sfcs.net)

Canyon Crest

Public School
For over a decade Canyon Crest Academy has been a leader in achievement and performance for San Diego and ranks in the top of the county in the Academic Performance Index. (cc.sduhsd.net)

Rancho Santa Fe Community Center

Children’s Activity Center
Whether it’s teaching chess or conducting chemistry experiments, this fully member supported organization includes plenty of classes, camps and sports clubs, as well as fun and unique programs involving the arts and community. (www.rfscc.org)

Geppetto’s

Toy Store
From the educational to the entertaining to the down right classic, Geppetto’s multiple locations carry the best in quality and hand-made toys for your little ones. (www.geppettostoys.com)

Seaside Staffing Company

Nanny/Domestic Staffing
Seaside Staffing Company is a boutique domestic staffing agency that has been taking care of Southern California’s families for over 10 years. Known for their philosophy of service, knowledge and accessibility, the team focuses on the security and privacy of their clients’ most valuable assets.(www.seasidestaffingcompany.com)

Ecotopiia

Green Company
From hemp socks to bamboo dishes to books printed on recycled paper, this one-stop shop, located in the heart of downtown Encinitas, only sells quality items made from sustainable, organic and cruelty-free materials. (www.ecotopiia.com)

La Costa Glen

Retirement Community
Just a couple miles from the beach in Carlsbad, La Costa Glen offers a wide variety of health and independent living services, as well as numerous classes, concerts, parties, excursions, clubs, fitness routines, and much more. (www.lacostaglen.com)

Coast Pediatrics

Pediatrician
Doctors Shakha Gillin, Lori Taylor and Rob Warner opened this practice in Del Mar to offer an alternative to long wait times and high practitioner turnover. A yearly fee lets children experience longer, more involved visits with their doctor as they grow. (www.coastpediatrics.com)

J. Patrick Davis, DDS, MS, Matt Davis, DDS & Terrie Yoshikane, DDS, MS

Pediatric Dentist/Orthodontist
From kids to adults, the father/son Davis duo and Yoshikane specialize in premium dental treatments and new technologies including Invisalign braces, Damon braces, Ceramic braces,
and more to make smiles both large and small perfect. (www.dsadental.com)