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Starling Bank: Kite Childrens Account reviews

Name: Kite Childrens Account
Rating: 4.93 (3121 reviews)

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4.93

Based on 3,121 reviews, last reviewed 22nd Jan 2026

100% increase in 5 star reviews

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Latest highest rating:

5

Kite is very valuable. Other banks charge a monthly fee for similar products but this is not only free to use but is ridiculously easy to use. The app is intuitive, fast and... Read more Reviewed on: 22nd January 2026

Latest lowest rating:

1

Software not working properly In spite of several calls to Customer Service, both my children's accounts are still not up and running properly which has wasted an enormous amount o... Read more Reviewed on: 25th April 2024

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About this product

Financial literacy starts from an early age, which is why Starling offers its childrens Kite card from the age of 6 to 16. Complete with a Kite debit card, dedicated app, and integration with an adult account, children can get spending savvy while adults set personalised safety controls. If you and your child have a Kite account, share your experiences below and leave a review.

Starling Bank Kite Childrens Account reviews (3121)

Review of the Starling Bank, Kite Childrens Account:

Great that they get their own space, with a debit ca...

Great that they get their own space, with a debit card for withdrawing cash and making payments online, but all visible by me, and with good controls. They get their own app, so they can check the balance at any time. The only real drawback is the lack of functionally like direct debits, for example for paying a mobile phone bill. Also I have to manually pro-rate interest payments. Reviewed on: 13th March 2024

Superb child’s account

Such a simple way of giving my daughter a bank account that’s amazing value and so easy to use. Twinned with the best bank I’ve ever used without question Reviewed on: 13th March 2024

Easy Navigation

It is so simple for my child and I to navigate and keep track of. I love the fact that she can spend and take control of her money with a card without having to open a full account. Reviewed on: 13th March 2024

children watch savings grow like the kite in the sky.

Starling bank is so easy to manage and encourages savings for children Reviewed on: 13th March 2024

Never had any issues

Never had any issues Children’s accounts are free where most places charge Reviewed on: 13th March 2024

Simple to Set Up and Use.

Simple to Set Up and Use. No frills or gimmicks. None required. Simple to get money in or out and full transparency of transactions. And I understand it will transition to a full account on 16 years old. That's it. Reviewed on: 13th March 2024

Best bank ever!

Best bank ever! Wish Starling was established earlier. Everything is so simple and contact is super fast and efficient. Reviewed on: 13th March 2024

Excellent.

Excellent. I really like the thought that goes into the app. It’s easy to request cards and make payments. I’m really happy with Starling and the innovative things it offers. Reviewed on: 13th March 2024

Fast friendly service knowledgeable staff

Fast friendly service knowledgeable staff Reviewed on: 13th March 2024

A refreshing banking experience

Great customer services and the features such as the spaces and kite cards are really useful. Reviewed on: 13th March 2024

Great bank to bank with, easy to use.

Great bank to bank with, easy to use. Highly recommended Reviewed on: 13th March 2024

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