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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)

Brilliant banking!

Brilliant app, so easy to use. Love the Spaces and my son just loves that he can receive pocket money onto his card. He loves the app, keeping track of his spending on his phone. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

So simple and easy to use

No hidden costs or charges for transferring money. App is so simple to use and my son even commented on how simple it is. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Great bank

My son finds it really easy to use his card and feels like a grown up Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

The best account for Children

My Son has had a Kite account for a couple of years now. As a parent, it’s easy for me to control his spending, set spending limits for card use online and limit how much can be withdrawn from a cash machine. Starling customer service is excellent as my Son has lost his card on several occasions and I’ve had to request a replacement, which has always arrived quickly. I was able to lock his card immediately as soon as we realised it was missing. The Starling app is just so easy to use and I’ve never had a problem with anything. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Fitted our needs perfectly

We set up a Kite account for our 11 year old daughter and love how easy it is for us and her to use, plus it’s helping her learn how to notice what’s she is spending vs saving, and growing her independence. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

It has literally changed our lives for the better

Better visibility of where you cash is going, allocation of fund si to different pot sis invaluable, especially if you are spinning plates and managing a busy family. Simply by switch to Starling we and my family are better off Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Great bank with great customer service

Starling provides an easy to use app which gives parents control and oversight. When my son lost his card and we noticed it being used by someone else while we were abroad their customer services stopped it straight away, started an investigation, ordered a new card and, within days, refunded his money. All done through a no-nonsense chat window on my phone. This is how all banking should be! Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Excellent all round

It's just been a god send for me and my son . Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Free for child

This is a brilliant addition to the Starling Bank brand its a great for children and its free what's not to like . Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Great banking for my children

Both my children have kite accounts , easy to use and helps them to manage their money and receive money from family . Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

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