Average Shoe Size For 1 & 2 Year Olds + Conversion Chart!

If you have kids, you then know how fast they can grow! You literally don’t have enough time to get clothes or shoes before they grow out of them…

So if your little one is just about to hit their first birthday or you are looking for a gift for a toddler. The question has to be asked about what is the average shoe size for a 1 & 2 year old? This will ensure that your little ones feet will be in comfort at all times while keeping up with their running, rolling, crawling and jumping little feet!

Average Shoe Size For 1 & 2 Year Olds + Conversion Chart!

From my own experience and after speaking with other parents, plus my own research. The average shoe size for a 1 year old child is size US4 – US5. Converted to other sizes, this would be UK4 – UK4.5 or EU20 – 21.

When it comes to 2 year old girls and boys, their shoes sizes can jump drastically when compared to a 1 year old. An average shoe size for a 2 year old is size US6 – US7. Converted to other countries, this would be UK5 – UK6 or EU22 – EU23.

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Keep in note that these sizes are just averages and each infant or toddler shoe sizes can vary A LOT. Even when they are of the same age and depending on if they are a girl or boy, it is always best to measure their feet.[/su_box]

Below you will find a conversion chart that I have compiled for ages 0 – 12 months, plus 1 – 2 year olds so you can find the right fit for your toddler or baby. I have also included some great tips on how to pick out the best shoes for your youngster below!

Age	🇪🇺EU	🇬🇧UK	🇺🇸US	🇯🇵JPN	Length
Newborn	15	00	0	7.5	7cm/2.7"
0-3 months	16	00	1	8.5	9cm/3.5"
3-6 months	17	1	2	9.5	11cm/4.3"
6-9 months	18	2	3	10.5	12cm/4.7"
9-12 months	19	3	4	11.5	12.5cm/4.9"
1 year	20-21	4 - 4.5	5 - 5.5	12.5 - 13	13.5cm/5.3"
2 year	22 - 23	5 - 6	6 - 7	13.5 - 14.5	16cm/6.2"

How To Find The Perfect Size Shoe For 1 & 2 Year Olds + Babies?

1. Try on shoes after 3pm: When looking for shoes, whether that be for kids or adults, it’s always best to try on shoes in the afternoon. This is because throughout the day, due to standing and walking, our ankles actually swell to a larger size. So to avoid loose shoes, try or measure feet after 3pm.

2. Wear your favourite socks: Along with trying on shoes in the afternoon for your toddler. It is also best practise to try on the shoes with their desired socks. This extra thickness can someones mean the difference in a size depending on the type of sock. End result is more comfortable shoes and less complaining!

3. Measure feet: For accurate sizing for your girl or boy, it is best to measure their feet while your young one is standing on the ruler. Best method is to pencil mark from the heel to the longest toe. This will give you a good indication of whether their feet are on the small/average/larger side. You can click here for a printable ruler in centimetres and inches.

4. Allow for extra room: After measuring your child’s feet, it is also recommended to allow an extra 0.5cm – 1cm or 0.19″ – 0.37″ of extra wiggle room for extra comfort and wiggle room. This will also allow for growth of your young ones feet for the coming months.

5. Pro tip: It is to also recommended by podiatrists to measure both feet as sometimes lengths can be different.

Hopefully this guide has been helpful! If you have measured up your toddlers feet, please let others know down below as it will help us better to come up with averages to help other parents. Also if you have come up with your own fitting tricks for infant or kids shoes, also feel free to share 😊.