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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 for my Granddaughters first bank card

My granddaughter is so pleased to have her own bank card, which we can keep an eye in her spending and still control Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Great App, Great Card

The app is really easy to use for both myself and my daughter and she loves being in control of her money. It just works! And really well. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Easy for children control for parents

Kite has been a great way to introduce our daughter to modern Money Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Kite

Great setup for kids and easy to manage Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Perfect

My grandson uses this service and loves it as do I because it allows me to monitor his spending. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

My daughter loves it

Love being able to have full control and transparency whilst my daughter still gets to use it like a normal bank card. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

One of the best

Never had a problem, easy to use, great service Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Excellent childrens account

My eldest daughter (10) loves her kite account and that first, small taste of independence! It has also really helped her understand that money needs to be saved before you can start spending! Thanks Starling :) Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

LOVE!

Really easy to use, the app layout if simple and looks good and it's nice to be able to see my child's money and know when and where it is being used. My daughter loves the app and finds the visual aids on the app help her understand her money better. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Great choice

Easy to manage and monitor, great choice. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

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