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Starling Bank: Kite Childrens Account reviews

Name: Kite Childrens Account
Rating: 4.94 (3121 reviews)

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4.94

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)

Easy and safe accounts for kids

It has been super easy to set up, use and manage accounts for my children. I love how flexible it is to add money and toggle on or off spending limits and online purchasing. I can send them lunch money or approve a purchase and adjust as I go. They also love their accounts and the freedom and independence it gives them. As so much is online now it’s a good way to introduce money management in a safe way. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Perfect solution

Kite children's account are perfect for me to pass allow my 10 year old to have independence whilst being able to monitor her activity, she has gained a better value of money as a result. I fully intend to create another kite account when my son turns 6 Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Starling - great for kids

I set up a space for both my kids. They love having their own bank cards and it encourages them to save money and spend more wisely. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Everyone’s happy

The children love having their own card however I think it’s great as a parent I can still see what they’re spending. The kite links are really good for birthday money from family they’re simple to use. The kite space is totally free unlike other apps like go Henry that charge you for using them. Overall this is an amazing product that really works Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Excellent Service and card with flexibility

My four granddaughters all have Kite and they love it. Gives me visibility I need and flexibility to adapt their permissions based on their age Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Great controls & reporting

Great controls over online & cash machines, and instant reporting of transactions, kids app so they can see what’s going on, too. Brilliant. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Love the kite card feature

Love the app, speed of use but most of all the kite card for my daughter to learn how to use Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Kite is Brilliant for kids

Brilliant way to help my son manage his money. Helping train kids to manage money as they grow up. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Fantastic banking app, so easy to use, a no nonsense...

Fantastic banking app, so easy to use, a no nonsense bank. Love it. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Easy to use and good to track spending in realtime

I like being able to see how much my child is spending and where in real time with this linked account. It is easy to transfer money between accounts, and my child finds it good too. It’s then possible, if necessary, to have conversations with your child about their spending which is part of their education. I also like being able to block online spending, but unblock it if my child comes to ask to buy a specific thing online. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

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