Kids feet comes in all shapes, sizes, widths and lengths, that’s for sure. And, boy, do they evey stop growing?! It seems like the new School year creeps upon us even quicker each year, and with that comes the flurry of shopping for School Supplies, School Uniform, and yes, the dreaded School Shoes. Here at The Athlete’s Foot, we are here to help you nail Back To School Shoe Shopping – so check out our guide for how to track down the right kind of school shoes, whatever the width.

Track down your nearest The Athlete’s Foot store and make a booking

Our school shoe fitting service is second to none. With the rate at which our kids’ feet grow, it’s more important than ever to make sure that they have appropriately fitted shoes – especially if they are running between classes all day. With the changes to their feet, whether they are narrow fit, wide fit or regular fit – getting them measured by an expert will give you the confidence that the little ones will be comfortable all day.

To see one of our fit experts, bookings are essential – and if you’re unsure whether your little ones feet have grown in width or length, our Fit experts are here to help.

Research the brands

Although we have a wide range of school shoes and sneakers for the kids that offer a variety of sizing, some brands have a selection in different widths. Explore ranges by Ascent, Clarks and Alpha for more.

Want to know more about Alpha? A school shoe brand exclusive to The Athlete’s Foot – explore our Alpha School Shoes guide.

Best school shoes for Wide Feet

If you’re looking for wide fit school shoes and you’re struggling to find something, don’t fret. Our range at The Athlete’s Foot is designed to cater to a huge range of fits and sizes. For example, the Ascent Apex offers sizing in both Junior and Senior sizing, taking them right up to high school graduation age if necessary. Comprised of sturdy laces and premium leather this is a prime choice for a wide fitting school shoe.

Best school shoes for Narrow Feet

If your little ones’ feet are on the more narrow side, no stress here at The Athlete’s Foot – we still offer a range of school styles and brands in narrow sizing options from junior school through to high school. We are big fans of the lace-up Alpha Riley – offering premium comfort, and even better, the narrow fit means they don’t have to wear oversized socks to help them feel comfortable. The lace up option is perfect for older primary school kids who are fully attuned to tying laces.

There you have it! We hope you found our guide to finding the right width of school shoes useful!