Kids Shoe Size Converter

US kids size10C
UK
9
EU
27
Foot length
16.5 cm (6.5 in)
USUKEUFoot (cm)
4C319.511.4
5C420.512.1
6C52213
7C62314
8C724.514.6
9C82615.6
10C92716.5
11C102817.1
12C113018.1
13C123119.1
1Y133219.7
2Y13320.6
3Y23421.6
4Y33622.2
5Y43723.2
6Y53824.1
7Y639.524.8

C = toddler/child sizes, Y = youth (big kid) sizes. Kids’ feet grow fast — leave about a thumb’s width (1–1.5 cm) of room. Charts vary by brand.

Convert children’s shoe sizes between US toddler (C) and youth (Y) sizes, UK and EU — or find a size from foot length.

How to use the Kids Shoe Size Converter

  1. Choose whether you know the US size or the foot length.
  2. Select the size or enter the length in cm.
  3. Read the equivalent sizes.

How it works

US children’s sizes run in two series: toddler/little kid sizes (written C, for “child”) from about 4C to 13C, then youth/big kid sizes (Y) from 1Y to 7Y, which overlap with women’s sizes. UK kids’ sizes are about one size smaller than US. Measure the longer foot standing up and allow about 1–1.5 cm (½ inch) of growing room.

Frequently asked questions

What age is a size 10C?

Typically around 3–4 years old, but sizes vary widely by child.

What comes after 13C?

1Y (youth size 1).

Is youth 5Y the same as a women’s 6.5?

Roughly — women’s sizes are about 1.5 larger than youth sizes.

How often do kids need new shoes?

Toddlers may need a new size every 2–3 months; older kids every 4–6 months.

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