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Starling Bank: Kite Childrens Account reviews

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Based on 3,120 reviews, last reviewed 26th Feb 2025
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Latest highest rating:

5

Excellent customer service. Excellent customer service. Excellent protection on childrens accounts, and debit and savings accounts. Reviewed on: 26th February 2025
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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 (3120)

An efficient, easy system that promotes independence and budget skills

5
My 16 year old son uses Starling Kite, it is easy to add funds to his account using the app. Typically it's a phone call "Mum, I haven't got enough bus money, help!" and I can top up the bus fare instantly. It also gives me visibility on where he is and where he is spending his money which I like, it makes me smile when the alert pops up on my phone "Frankie spent £3.15 at Greggs" and I know he is with his friends after school, and will still come home hungry and asking what's for tea. He's about to start a part time job and ready for the move to his next Starling account in his own name and next steps in independence. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

As intuitive as all their award winning accounts

5
Starling really know how make it easy for their customers to transact in a safe and insightful way. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Satisfied Grandson

5
I opened a Kite Account for Grandson's pocket money when he was 12. He makes great use of the account, and, has acquired a "sensible" approach to money, saving for things which he would like to buy. Very happy with the product. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

The best bank for my childrens

5
Easy to use, my kids feel proud and secure using their own bank card. You can also see their expenses in real time. Highly recommended Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Easy to monitor and administer

5
Good split between kids account and our account, very easy to monitor and administer from a parent point of view. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Great app that fits the needs of my kids nicely.

5
Easy to use, track expenses, and top up. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Brilliant account and services

5
Easy to set up, easy to use and kids love the idea of having their own bank account and card. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Straightforward for parents and kids to use

5
My daughter has now progressed to her own bank account with Starling, but the idea of 'saving' some of her money was firmly installed with her Kite app. My son (user from around 10 or 11) is able to check his balance before trying to spend money in the shop. Gives him great independence, but we can also see what he's spent, where. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

excellent and simple, but there is one drawback

4
I do believe this is the best kids banking app bar none HOWEVER now my daughter is 15 and is out and about wtih her friends, we have a very signifiant problem. She cannot pay for anything at all at an establishment where alcohol is served. Nothing from supermarkets and most cafes. Huge limitation. Can something not be done about that? Before long Ill have to move her to a different app unfortunatley. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Good account for kids

5
Starling Kate is good for child to start learning the concept of finance. As a parent, i can know how theu spend and setting rule of the spedning. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

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