Shoe Size Guide
At SchoolSteps, we believe the right size is fundamental to a great shoe experience. This comprehensive guide helps you find your perfect fit using European, UK, and US sizing standards—plus expert tips for comfort and longevity.
International Size Chart
| European (EU) | United Kingdom (UK) | United States (US) | Foot length (cm) | Foot length (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25Kids | 7.5 | 8.5 | 15.3 | 6.0 |
| 26Kids | 8.5 | 9.5 | 16.0 | 6.3 |
| 27Kids | 9 | 10 | 16.7 | 6.6 |
| 28Kids | 10 | 11 | 17.3 | 6.8 |
| 29Kids | 11 | 12 | 18.0 | 7.1 |
| 30Kids | 11.5 | 12.5 | 18.7 | 7.3 |
| 31Kids | 12.5 | 13.5 | 19.3 | 7.6 |
| 32Kids | 13 | 1 | 20.0 | 7.9 |
| 33Kids | 1 | 2 | 20.7 | 8.1 |
| 34Kids | 2 | 3 | 21.3 | 8.4 |
| 35Kids | 2.5 | 3.5 | 22.0 | 8.7 |
| 36 | 3.5 | 4 | 22.7 | 8.9 |
| 37 | 4 | 4.5 | 23.3 | 9.2 |
| 38 | 5 | 5.5 | 24.0 | 9.4 |
| 39 | 6 | 6.5 | 24.7 | 9.7 |
| 40 | 6.5 | 7 | 25.3 | 10.0 |
| 41 | 7.5 | 8 | 26.0 | 10.2 |
| 42 | 8.5 | 9 | 26.7 | 10.5 |
| 43 | 9.5 | 10 | 27.3 | 10.8 |
| 44 | 10.5 | 11 | 28.0 | 11.0 |
| 45 | 11.5 | 12 | 28.7 | 11.3 |
| 46 | 12.5 | 13 | 29.3 | 11.5 |
| 47 | 13.5 | 14 | 30.0 | 11.8 |
Foot length is the length of your foot, not the shoe—the room your foot needs inside the shoe is already built into the EU size, so look your measurement up as-is. Rows marked Kids use children's UK and US numbering.
EU sizes and foot lengths follow the Paris point standard (ISO/TS 19407). UK and US sizes are approximate: they are graded in barleycorns rather than millimetres and vary by up to half a size between brands. When in doubt, go by foot length.
💡 Pro tip: European sizing is our primary system. Always refer to the EU size first, then cross-reference with your home country's standard.
How to Measure Your Foot
For the most accurate sizing, measure your foot using this simple at-home method:
Prepare Your Materials
You'll need a sheet of paper, a pen or pencil, a ruler or measuring tape, and access to a flat, hard surface (tile or hardwood floor works best).
Position Your Foot
Place the paper on the floor and stand on it barefoot with your full weight distributed evenly. Wear the socks or styles you plan to wear with the shoes you're sizing for.
Mark Your Foot
Using a pen, carefully mark the tip of your longest toe and your heel. Keep the pen as vertical as possible for accuracy.
Measure the Distance
Measure the distance between your heel mark and toe mark in centimeters. Repeat for both feet—most people have slightly different sized feet.
Find Your Size
Look your measurement up directly in the Foot length (cm) column above—do not add anything to it. The room your foot needs inside the shoe is already built into the EU size. If you fall between two rows, take the larger size.
Tips for Proper Shoe Fitting
Finding Your Fit Preference
Different activities and personal comfort preferences call for different levels of tightness. Here's how to choose:
Tight / Athletic
Minimal movement, secure feel. Ideal for activity, running, or sports shoes where stability is essential.
Standard / Comfortable
Snug but relaxed. The most common preference for everyday wear, allowing comfort without excess space.
Roomy / Relaxed
Generous space for comfort and freedom of movement. Recommended for all-day wear or if you have sensitive feet.