School Uniform Shoe List

2026/2027
Sutton St James Community Primary School  · Spalding, Lincolnshire

Generic school shoe requirements based on uniform guidelines.

School Uniform Guidelines

Students must wear grey skirt/pinafore dress/tights/trousers, red cardigan, jumper or sweatshirt, white blouse/white polo shirt, and black shoes. In summer, girls may wear a red gingham check dress and white socks. Boys must wear grey trousers, red jumper or sweatshirt, white shirt/white polo shirt, and black shoes. In summer, boys may wear grey shorts.

Wrens and Swallows: A separate T-shirt (in the house colour) and black shorts are needed in a drawstring bag. Plimsolls for outdoor games. Black jogging bottoms or a tracksuit are an option for colder months. Owls and Herons: A separate T-shirt (in the house colour) and black shorts are needed in a drawstring bag. Plimsolls, trainers (outdoor use), football boots, shin pads, long socks for outdoor games lessons. Black jogging bottoms or a tracksuit are an option for colder months.

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Not Permitted
  • Trainers
  • Canvas pumps
  • Boots
  • Open-toe shoes
  • High heels
  • Platform shoes
  • Logos
  • Coloured soles
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
Sutton St James Community Primary School
Spalding
Lincolnshire
PE12 0JG
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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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