About this guide: Boys are tough on school shoes, so a proper fit and hard-wearing build both matter. This guide explains how boys’ school shoes should fit, how to read the size chart, and what to expect when you visit us in store. It is part of our wider Back to School Fit Guide.
Use foot length in centimetres alongside the UK and EU size as a starting point. These are typical conversions across our school brands; we always confirm the exact fit in store.
Older boys may need larger sizes — see our Teenage Boys’ Size & Fit Guide.
A few of the hard-wearing boys’ school shoes families come to us for. Pop in and we will fit any of them properly.
We carry a full choice of fastenings and will help you pick what suits your son’s age and independence. Velcro is quick and easy for younger boys, while laces suit older boys who are confident tying their own shoes. Browse boys’ brown school shoes and Kickers school boots.
This guide is part of our wider Back to School Fit Guide. Here is how a visit works.
You are welcomed at the door, seated comfortably and looked after by a trained fitter from start to finish.
Walk in any time, or book a shoe fitting appointment during the busy back to school period to skip the wait.
A typical fitting takes around 15–20 minutes, a little longer for more than one child.
We bring out several suitable styles in the right size and fitting, so there is a proper choice.
We check length, width and depth on both feet to support healthy foot development.
About a thumb’s width at the toe is ideal — enough for growth without the shoe slipping. Our fitters set this for you when measuring.
Yes. We stock multiple width fittings and half sizes, so narrow and wide feet are fitted just as carefully as average widths.
You are welcome to walk in any time. During the busy back to school period you can book a fitting appointment to skip the wait.
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