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Starling Bank: Kite Childrens Account reviews

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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
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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.

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Starling Bank Kite Childrens Account reviews (3121)

Easy to open and a great way for kids to start learn...

5
Easy to open and a great way for kids to start learning to budget Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Simple to set up, convenient and easy to use and track.

5
Simple to set up, convenient and easy to use and track. My daughter didn't like it because it made her spend visible Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Great kids account

5
My Grandson loves the independence the kite card gives him. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

It’s amazing only I can say.

5
It’s amazing only I can say.its so professional and efficiently Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

It is really easy to use for my child

5
It is really easy to use for both my child and me. We switched from go Henry to starling kite account because of it. What is more appealing is now there is no fee. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Easy to use, great for giving the kids money to mana...

5
Easy to use, great for giving the kids money to manage and it is all free! I even earn interest on my deposits! Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Fantastic and quick application .

5
Fantastic and quick application . Easy to use online . Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

An excellent account

5
Excellent app interface and speedy response to online queries. Very easy to use for me and my daughter (who used it to take spending money on a school trip abroad). . Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

So easy!

5
So easy! My son can easily use it and i get to see how he’s spending his money! Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Great experience to help children learn about financ...

5
Great experience to help children learn about finances - whole ecosystem geared towards them and doesn’t feel like a bolt on as some other providers do. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

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