School Uniform Shoe List

Official school shoe requirements based on uniform guidelines.

School Uniform Guidelines

Pupils must wear black school shoes with closed toes and a maximum heel height of three centimetres; Velcro or secure slip‑on shoes are acceptable for nursery pupils. In winter for reception to year six, pupils must wear black shoes or black boots, each with a heel no higher than three centimetres; trainers, open‑toed shoes or any footwear with a heel exceeding three centimetres are not permitted. In summer, pupils may wear white or black sandals that have a secure fastening and a maximum heel height of three centimetres; trainers, crocs and any footwear that does not meet these specifications are not allowed. All school shoes must be named.

Pupils in Reception and Years 1 to 6 must wear plain white trainers during PE lessons.

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Not Permitted
  • Trainers
  • High heels
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
Holly Park Primary School
London
N11 3HG
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Nearby Uniform Shops
Braggs Schoolwear
1.1 miles away
Finchley
London
N12 8LJ
Marie's Shoes
1.8 miles away
East Barnet
Hertfordshire
EN4 8TB
FEET
1.9 miles away
Muswell Hill 9 Fortis Green Road, N10 3HP
London
N10 3HP
Marie's Shoes
1.9 miles away
259 East Barnet Road
Barnet
EN4 8SX
DEICHMANN
2.4 miles away
Unit 47 The Mall, Wood Green London, N22 6YA
Wood Green
England
N22 6YA
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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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