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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)

Just such a good service!

My youngest son loves knowing his pocket money is in his account, if we’re routed and he has not got his card I can send some of his money to my account and he can pay for the things he wants to buy! It’s just so simple and uncomplicated. And the customer service is fantastic too! Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Kite accountt

Both my children have a kite account, it's perfect for them to learn about money, they can use their account to purchase online, cash withdrawals and card and contactless payments in shops. I love the cards being attached to my account as I can set spending limits, monitor transactions and it's very easy to top up. The kids love that they can have their own banking app so they can see what their balance is at anytime aswell but without any of the other banking facilities like transfer etc which is great as both of my kids check their banks regularly to see what has been spent. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Great card

Great card for the children, only downfall they can't add the money to there card themselves when out and about as it has to go through the main account but other than that a fantastic starter card :-) Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Excellent app for kids and parents alike

Very easy to use for payments, pocket money and for keeping an eye on the kids' accounts. Payments made in an instant. Our kids use it all the time. Our son constantly laments his low balance. My daughter gloats because she is a saver. Thanks, Starling! Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Fantastic

Found the account easy to set up and the kite space fanastic to manage, allows my teenager acces to her money whilst enabling me tk see what she is spending it on! Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Great kids card

I got the kite card for my grandson. He loves having his own debit card it learns him to save his pocket money. As soon as my grandaughter is old enough i will get hers aswell. Its good how i can save for them aswell. Great service. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Really easy

Very helpful customer services. Whenever I’ve had an issue it has been dealt with really quickly. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Great way to teach kids about saving and responsible spending

The Kite Childrens Account was incredibly easy and painless to set up. My 9 year old loved being able to see her balance growing as she worked toward saving for a big purchase that she wanted. Adding a picture of the item was a great visual for her as well. Highly recommend both this account and also Starling! Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Great app based bank

As in the title. Kite is intuitive Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Easy and convenient

Very easy to use. Instant transfers. Cheap compared to other kids cards options in the market. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

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