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Starling Bank: Kite Childrens Account reviews

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Based on 3,123 reviews, last reviewed 16th Apr 2026
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Latest highest rating:

5

Straightforward and effective way to manage money fo... Straightforward and effective way to manage money for the kids Reviewed on: 16th April 2026
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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 (3123)

Kids

4
All round great bank for the family Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Starling Kite

5
It is a good app for my kid and he knows to use correctly a bank account Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Simple and intuitive

5
Easy to use - simple for the kids and keeps the parents in control. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Easy to set up and check

5
Really easy to set up if you have an existing personal account. Notifies you everytime they spend anything and allows my son control of his money whilst also letting me keep an eye on his spending. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Quick, friendly and fun to use.

5
Set up was in a matter of moment and so intuitive to use. A real pleasure to operate and to use to educate my son how to manage his money. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Simple and very slick.

5
The only thing that would make it 11/10 is if it was Free! Starling just feels like a cleaner way to bank, every time I talk to a high street bank I feel like I need a shower afterwards. Starling 10/10 Starling Kite 10/10 Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Great product

5
Really happy with the Kite account and how easy it is to control in the app. Perfect for a pre teen to have control of their money under supervision. Also like that the branding isn't childish, ideal for children as they start to grow Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

It just works

5
Love it very easy to setup and manage, it just works Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

So easy to use and manage

5
Super easy to use for both me and my daughter. Easier than other providers out there Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

First class bank

5
Happy with everything starling has to offer great bank great app and great customer service Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

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