The New Balance Kids 9060 Trainers in Black are a chunky, heritage-influenced kids’ designer trainer made from synthetic materials in Vietnam, available across one of the widest age ranges of any trainer on the site — covering toddlers through to teenagers in a single listing. The 9060 is New Balance’s most substantial silhouette: a thick, layered midsole with a retro-futuristic aesthetic that has become one of the most recognisable trainer shapes in both adult and children’s footwear over the last few years.

Black is the most practical colourway in the 9060 range. It works with virtually any outfit, suits boys and girls equally, doesn’t show marks as readily as lighter colourways, and transitions naturally between casual, school, and active contexts. For parents who want a single trainer that covers multiple uses without clashing with existing wardrobes, the black 9060 is the most versatile choice across the range. It sits in the Back to School, Mini-Me, For Mom, and Activewear collections at Childsplay Clothing — a breadth of collection placement that reflects how genuinely multi-purpose this trainer is.

Buying Advice

• Age range: This listing spans from toddler sizing through to junior and teen sizing, making it one of the few styles where you can buy the same trainer for a two-year-old and a fifteen-year-old. The 9060 silhouette scales well across the size range — the chunky proportions look intentional at every age rather than oversized on younger children.
• Fit: New Balance generally runs true to size. For toddler and younger children’s sizes, check foot length against the size guide — half-sizes matter more at smaller EU sizes where the increments are smaller. The 9060 has a roomier toe box than a standard running trainer, which suits children with wider feet.
• Care: Spot-clean the synthetic upper with a damp cloth and mild detergent. Air dry naturally — do not machine wash or tumble dry, as heat can affect the midsole structure and the adhesive bonding the layered sole components.