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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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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.

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Starling Bank Kite Childrens Account reviews (3121)

Great and easy to set up

Set up is dive in minutes and money can be transferred just as fast. Great for the kids and takes the hassle away from the grown ups. Win win Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Easy to use and set up

Just like a Starling account, the kite account is easy to set up and easy to use. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Love Kite account for kids!

So easy for both parent and child - completely hassle free. Great service :) Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Seamless product

I have this for my daughter and have really enjoyed that I can see what she is spending whilst giving her independence. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

So straightforward

So easy for my 13 year old son to use and I love that I can see how much he has spent and where and with notifications turned on, I know right away. Customer service has always been excellent! Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Great bank account for kids

Great bank account for kids. Really easy to use and my son loves having his own account and card Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Brilliant service, great app options for children.

Fantastic service, so easy to add and withdraw money, handy having an app for the kids to see how much they have to spend and easy for them to use online etc. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Kite children's account

i love it ,nowadays kids need to learn how to manage their money Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Best bank for helping kids

Best app for banking with children accounts Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Easy to set up and a great service

Setting up the kite account was easy as an existing Starling user and the features are perfect for transferring money to our kids and letting them control some of their own money spending. Would definitely recommend. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

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