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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)

Amazing service

5
Gives children freedom and responsibility but also parents reassurance of their spending child’s/rens … fab service Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Perfect for the little one

5
Absolutely perfect product. Apart from the kids having their own card you can easily transfer money from your account to theirs and they can see what their spending on their very own app. This allows you to show how to save and how much they have without having to sign in to an app several times. Well done starling! Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Excellent banking product

5
Safe, secure and very easy to use Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Bank

5
for now I am very pleased with your bank and you continue to grow Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Love it

5
Simple and easy to use for my daughter without the big monthly fees Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Amazing service

5
So pleased that my children feel a sense of how banking works through their app! Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Excellent service

5
I have been using Starling for over a year now. I have a current account, joint account and a children’s kite account. I love the ease of the app and all the facilities such as saving spaces. I transfer weekly pocket money into the lite account and it definitely makes my 9 year old more aware of saving. I recommend to everyone I know! Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

A great way to start introducing financial choices to your child

5
Simple and easy to use. Gives lots of detailed information, and by asking for permission to purchase, great for having conversations with your child. Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Fantastic bank all round

5
I have nothing but praise for Starling and the kite account, I've persuaded about 5 or 6 people to switch and they love it as much as me. So easy and user friendly, the customer service is second to none. My 9 year old loves the independence the kite account gives him and has his own app so feels very grown up. Much better than a couple of others I've timriwd and a lot cheaper. I have literally no complaints at all Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Banking Brillance

5
Faultless experience since I became a member both for business and personal banking - a breath of fresh air Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

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