School Uniform Shoe List

Generic school shoe requirements based on uniform guidelines.

School Uniform Guidelines

Black everyday shoes are required. Shoes must not be boots, and heels cannot be higher than 2cms. Black or white sandals are permitted in summer, but they must not be backless for safety reasons.

For indoor and outdoor P.E. sessions, a plain white or black T-shirt (no football kit or fashion items), black or white shorts (not football kit or cycling shorts), trainers, and sports socks are required. Plain black jogging pants may be worn if preferred - not leggings. For swimming, trunks or a costume (not cycling shorts or bikinis) are needed, along with a towel and swimming cap. For Forest School and planned Outdoor Learning activities, a plain T-shirt (no football kit or fashion items), dark shorts (not football kit or cycling shorts) OR dark jogging pants/trousers may be worn if preferred - not leggings, sturdy waterproof shoes or trainers with comfortable socks are required.

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Not Permitted
  • Boots
School Shoe Fitting Guidelines

Children's feet grow quickly - they may need new shoes every 3-4 months depending on age and activity level.

Check for Proper Fit:

  • Allow approximately half an inch (1.3 cm) of space between the longest toe and the front of the shoe
  • Ensure the width is comfortable with no pinching or bulging
  • The heel should fit snugly without slipping
  • Shoes should be comfortable immediately - no "breaking in" period needed

When to Replace:

  • When there's less than half an inch of growing room
  • If the shoe shows signs of wear or damage
  • If your child complains of discomfort or pain
  • Check regularly for redness or blisters on your child's feet

Measuring Tips:

  • Measure both feet while standing
  • Measure at the end of the day when feet are at their largest
  • Have your child wear the type of socks they'll wear with the shoes
  • Use the measuring gauge on page 2 only if you can't get the shoes fitted professionally
  • Shoes from different brands may have different sizing, so it's important to try them on
School Information
Childwall Abbey School
Liverpool
Merseyside
L16 5EY
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Nearby Uniform Shops
Kidz Emporium
1.5 miles away
Liverpool
Merseyside
KB8 1IG
DEICHMANN
9.5 miles away
Pyramids Centre Birkenhead 18-20 Borough Pavement
Birkenhead
CH41 2XX
Wynsors Birkenhead
9.5 miles away
Wynsford, Dorset
Birkenhead
CH41 4PF
Wynsors Bootle
9.7 miles away
123 Main Street, Wynsford
Bootle
L20 4SR
HK Shoebox
10.0 miles away
HK Shoebox, Widnes Market, Widnes, D5E 0EB
Widnes
D5E 0EB
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Printable Shoe Size Gauge

Measure your child’s feet at home with our free printable gauge ruler. Children’s feet can grow up to two full sizes in a single year — last term’s size is almost certainly wrong.

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