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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)

Very happy customer

5
I love starling bank great service the app is so easy and someone to answer your queries if needed Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Easy to use give kids independent

5
My boy loves it he feels like a grown up Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Perfect

5
It has helped me teach my daughter how to budget and be aware of her spending. So simple to use. Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Best account!

5
This has been the best account I have found to help my children be more independent but allows me to help monitor and manage risk for them When needed. This account is prefect for my autistic teenagers I get to know what’s going on but also allow them the ability to feel grown up and independent by having the card Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

So good at keeping tabs on my child's spending whilst still giving him that feeling of independence.

5
The app is easily accessible by both me and my son. It allows him enough freedom to use his account and gives him a sense of responsibility. 5 stars. Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Quick and convenient

5
This is my son’s first bank account. He was so excited when he got the card as a birthday present. Great present ever! Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Kid Smart

5
Easy for the kids to use and track with their own app. Easy to manage with their dedicated space. Instant spend notification. Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Great account

5
Very easy to use. let’s my son take his first steps into managing his own money Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Amazing

5
Amazingly simplistic banking with better security than the others. Ease of use. My daughter genuinely understands money better and that's purely because of Starling's Kite Childrens account. Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Kite account

5
Highly recommend opening a kite account, my boys love the fact they can control their own spending or savings and are truly beginning to learn the value of money. Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

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