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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

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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)

Excellent Banking

I have had my Starling account for 4 years now. So simple to use online. Being able to pay cheques and cash in using the post office is a great system. One of the reasons I took out a Kite account for my son. He uses his card sensibly and I can track his transactions. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Banking made easy

Hassle free banking with a very easy to use app and seamless integration with saving pots and children's bank accounts. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

excellent and educational

excellent, secure and educational Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Visibility, easy to use, happy children.

With so much choice out there, it was difficult to see the woods for the trees. I took the plunge and opted for Sterling's offering and have not looked back since. Being able to setup guardrails for your child's spend is a very handy feature and was so easy to setup. It's also really easy to change for those occasions where you know they will be spending more or a larger transaction. Visibility in their (children) spend is a lovely feature. <Ping> You daughter has just spent £7 at Burger place. <Ping> A book has been purchased. Let's me understand the when and where. Once setup, the card arrived in a few days and I gave the card to my daughter for her birthday. She could finally spend some of that "earned" pocket money and have a modicum of independence. Great for educational elements around spend. Thanks team Sterling. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Fantastic bank

I’ve been with starling for a while now and have not only set up a kite account for my son but I’ve also recommended starling to others and have got my mum to also join starling as can’t praise them enough Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Great for kids

Love that I have control over the account and can see transactions as you get notifications as soon as any money is spent. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

The best

Starling Kite does the job. My kids love it. It teaches them to better manage money. Even the app is very functional. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Brilliant Child Friendly account.

I love the Kite account for both my children, it gives them the independence to use an account safely. Super easy to use, highly recommended. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Best hassle free online bank

Hassle free and good for keeping an eye on what my son spends money on. Not a thing starling bank has not thought of. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Great for children

This is a great for teaching children money management, self control when spending and independence!! Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

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