Pediatric Footwear Standard

Stride Rite Kids Shoe Size Chart & Width Guide [Official]

Stride Rite is regarded as the pediatric gold standard for infant, first-walker, and toddler foot development. Unlike adult brands that scale down adult lasts, Stride Rite builds anatomically contoured lasts with sensory soles, rounded edges, and dedicated Medium (M), Wide (W), and Extra Wide (XW) width options.

Overall Fit

True to Size

APMA Certified Anatomical Lasts

Width Options

M, W, & XW

Dual-fit removable insoles

Stages

Step 1, 2, 3

Pre-Walker to Active Runner

Stride Rite Official Sizing Table

Pediatric Scale

US Kids Size	Development Stage	UK Size	EU Size	Foot Length (CM)	Inches
0C	Newborn (0–6 weeks)	0	15	7.6 cm	2.99"
1C	0–3 months	0.5	16	8.5 cm	3.35"
2C	3–6 months	1	17	9.2 cm	3.62"
3C	6–9 months	2	18	10.0 cm	3.94"
3.5C	8–10 months	2.5	18.5	10.4 cm	4.09"
4C	9–12 months	3	19	10.8 cm	4.25"
4.5C	10–12 months	3.5	19.5	11.2 cm	4.41"
5C	12–15 months	4	20	11.6 cm	4.57"
5.5C	13–15 months	4.5	21	12.0 cm	4.72"
6C	15–18 months	5	22	12.5 cm	4.92"
6.5C	16–18 months	5.5	22.5	12.9 cm	5.08"
7C	1.5–2 years	6	23	13.3 cm	5.24"
7.5C	19–24 months	6.5	23.5	13.7 cm	5.39"
8C	2–2.5 years	7	24	14.1 cm	5.55"
8.5C	2–2.5 years	7.5	25	14.5 cm	5.71"
9C	2.5–3 years	8	25.5	14.9 cm	5.87"
9.5C	2.5–3 years	8.5	26	15.3 cm	6.02"
10C	3–3.5 years	9	27	15.7 cm	6.18"
10.5C	3–3.5 years	9.5	27.5	16.1 cm	6.34"
11C	3.5–4 years	10	28	16.5 cm	6.50"
11.5C	3.5–4.5 years	10.5	28.5	17.0 cm	6.69"
12C	4–5 years	11	29	17.4 cm	6.85"
12.5C	4.5–5.5 years	11.5	30	17.8 cm	7.01"
13C	5–6 years	12	31	18.2 cm	7.17"
13.5C	5.5–6 years	12.5	31.5	18.7 cm	7.36"
1Y	6–7 years	13	32	19.1 cm	7.52"
1.5Y	6.5–7 years	13.5	33	19.5 cm	7.68"
2Y	7–7.5 years	1	33.5	20.0 cm	7.87"
2.5Y	7.5–8 years	1.5	34	20.4 cm	8.03"
3Y	8–8.5 years	2	35	20.8 cm	8.19"
3.5Y	8.5–9 years	2.5	35.5	21.3 cm	8.39"
4Y	9–9.5 years	3	36	21.7 cm	8.54"
4.5Y	9.5–10 years	3.5	36.5	22.1 cm	8.70"
5Y	10–10.5 years	4	37.5	22.6 cm	8.90"
5.5Y	10.5–11 years	4.5	38	23.0 cm	9.06"
6Y	11–11.5 years	5	38.5	23.5 cm	9.25"
6.5Y	11.5–12 years	5.5	39	23.9 cm	9.41"
7Y	12+ years	6	40	24.5 cm	9.65"

Key Stride Rite Fitting Advice

✓ Look for the Soft Motion™ line for first walkers (sizes 3–6) and SRtech™ for independent runners (sizes 7–13).
✓ If your toddler frequently has red marks on the top of their foot or side of the pinky toe, choose a Wide (W) or Extra Wide (XW).
✓ Many Stride Rite models include removable dual-fit insoles that can be taken out to convert a Medium shoe into a Wide shoe instantly.

Helpful for grown-ups

Frequently Asked Questions

Helpful fit allowances, measuring wisdom, and sizing advice for parents.

Do Stride Rite shoes run true to size?

Yes. Stride Rite shoes align closely with the official US pediatric Brannock measuring device. Unlike athletic brands that run narrow, Stride Rite builds generous, foot-healthy lasts designed explicitly for growing toddler feet.

What is the difference between Soft Motion and SRtech?

Soft Motion™ (sizes 3 to 6) is designed for first walkers with ultra-flexible, rounded soles that encourage natural balance. SRtech™ (sizes 7 to 13) is designed for independent walkers and active toddlers, featuring sensory pods and toe guards for high-impact protection.

How do Stride Rite Medium, Wide, and Extra Wide fits work?

Stride Rite is one of the few children's footwear brands offering dedicated Wide (W) and Extra Wide (XW) shoes. Many styles also feature removable dual-fit insoles that can be taken out to convert a Medium shoe into a Wide shoe instantly.

How often should I measure my child's feet for Stride Rite shoes?

Measure every 2 months for babies and first walkers (sizes 1–6), and every 3 to 4 months for active toddlers (sizes 7–13).