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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)

First class

Excellent easy to use instant notifications Easy to set up Lots of controls Reviewed on: 9th February 2022

Great app easy and the kids love it

I haven a 14 13 and 8 year old they each have a card and it is so easy and efficient to use. They are happy and I am confident that I can transfer quickly in an emergency situation. Reviewed on: 9th February 2022

Independance from a young age

My daughter gains independence and money management skills from having her own card and space. Reviewed on: 9th February 2022

Why bank with anyone-else!

I've loved the banking experience with Starling from day 1. The app makes every transaction and communication so smooth and easy. Other banking systems seem lost in the dark ages by comparison! And the Kite children's account is no exception. Reviewed on: 8th February 2022

Good but could be better

There are some things that could be improved, like why cannot the card be accepted by apple wallet? and why cannot the card have a child's app for their phone so they can check their balances? Reviewed on: 8th February 2022

Easy peasy

It's the easiest app possible to use, transferring your child money takes seconds, your child gets their own card and pin, but you can keep it all under control from your own app,(the child can have an app also! And all it cost is £2 a month! Not 1 extra hidden cost! My daughter loves Starling.l Reviewed on: 7th February 2022

Fantastic for my teenage daughter

This has been brilliant start for learning to manage money, having financial freedom and control of her own funds. We have been able to support her spending remotely and it has been just great! Reviewed on: 7th February 2022

Easy to use

Very useful and easy to use. I can manage the limits and track payments easily though the bank app. Reviewed on: 7th February 2022

Very good, could be even better...

For a small fee my Son has a card he can use to track and manage his money. As a parent I can monitor and easily top up. I'd welcome the ability for my son to be able to create his own jars/ pots so that he could budget, just as I can with the full app. Right now, he has what a traditional bank would offer him...albeit with a much better interface. Reviewed on: 7th February 2022

Smooth, funky and simple

I love the processes that Starling has in place. You can really see the center of their purpose... which is customer-centric. Love the finishing touches as well. All in all, highly recommended :) Reviewed on: 7th February 2022

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