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Starling Bank: Kite Childrens Account reviews

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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
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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 (3121)

The most user-friendly kids account

5
Previously I had signed up to another product on the market for my kids. But it was more focused on the style over substance. With Starling Kite, my kids have been more committed to saving and the best part is that it’s linked to a parent account to manage too. It’s seamless and easy to access through the app. Love love love Starling Kite! Reviewed on: 5th February 2022

Kite Account

5
My child likes it because the card is the same as mine and they have the app. This encourages them to be more aware of the money they have and their spending. I like it because its easy to transfer money onto and the notifications allow me to keep track of how my child spends their money. Reviewed on: 5th February 2022

Great card

5
Great card, easy to use for children Reviewed on: 5th February 2022

Top bank

5
Five stars all the time and excellent customer service Reviewed on: 5th February 2022

Brilliant - teaching our boys to learn about money

5
Works wonders, the boys have their own flexibility! Some strange looks by adults when a child pays with a card for a gift in a museum Reviewed on: 5th February 2022

Simple as A B C

5
All very easy and straight forward to view and use. As simple as A B C or 1 2 3 Reviewed on: 5th February 2022

great service

5
great card for my daughter, easy to put money on and to spend. Reviewed on: 5th February 2022

Great account for kids

5
Very easy to use and keep track of what your child is spending their money on. Extremely easy to add funds and change the settings Reviewed on: 5th February 2022

Great account for kids

5
The kite account is great introduction for children to spending money within limits, helping them learn good financial control. Reviewed on: 5th February 2022

Amazing bank for children

5
Fantastic bank account for children. We can control spending limits, can see what they are spending and so easy to transfer money in and out. No hidden charges like other similar accounts for children. All for £2. Highly recommended this account and this fantastic bank to anyone. Banking has changed for the better thanks to starling. Keep up the good work. One happy customer here. Reviewed on: 5th February 2022

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