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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)

Awesome for children

its great its ideal for a child you can control the money and the spending without having to pay stupid monthly fees, its 2 pounds a month with no other charges unlike a few others out there. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Best bank!!

Sterling has been amazing since I switched from Barclays! It’s on a hold different level. The fact I can manage my money better and the kids can learn control to with their own card but I’m fully in control! Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Brilliant!

Great product, like all Starling accounts. Very easy to use. It empowers the younger ones and allows parents to take a discrete look at their spending. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Amazing!

The kite accounts are easy to use, accessible, functional and provide an excellent way for children to safe and spend their money. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Ease of use

Very easy to use and monitor. My daughter enjoys using it as well Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Easy to use

Very easy use and to set up standing order to put money into my daughters. She also likes having her own card and independence that brings. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Outstanding!

Starling makes it so easy for children to save and spend money in a way that makes them feel independent but we parents can control. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Straightforward

We have found the account easy to manage and operate. We would like to see more of the main account app features available on the kite app. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Easy to use and help manage budgets

Easy to use and help manage budgets Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Superb product our kids love it

The kite works well as parents for control and kids have visibility into their spending. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

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