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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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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)

Does what it says on the tin!!

5
Works great, I have the ultimate peace of mind that I know exactly what my children waste their money on!! Does exactly what it says on the tin! Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Faultless so far

5
For both myself & since adding my daughter’s kite card, I just can’t fault Starling Bank. So glad I swapped to them. Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Brilliant bank

5
Super smooth and easy process. To be in control of your money and to give my kids some financial awareness and freedom has been great. Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Perfect for kids

5
Easy to show the kids how much money they have and keep a track on what they have been spending money on Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Kite cards canny

5
Let’s my son keep track of his own money, buy online and me to keep track of what he has spent, so I know he understands the importance of money and is being responsible with his spending Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Fantastic simple banking made easy

5
Wonderful banking ever easy and simple straightforward no difficult to open for your children at all everyone should get it great job thank you Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Top App, Top Bank

5
Love everything about Starling. Loved it even more when I found out about their Kite account. Easy to manage and my child can have his own app on his device to check his own balance. Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

So simple to use for kids & adults

5
I just love kite children account, it’s so simple to set up. The ease with which I can change the limits is brilliant. My sons love the freedom & independence it gives them & they’ve both even started saving as a result of these accounts!!!! Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Great banking app

5
Gives my child a full debit card with various controls, at a cheap price, hassle free Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Excellent start to the financial world

5
Excellent customer service and innovative products. I will definitely put all my children on Starling Kite. Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

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