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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)

User friendly and gives my daughter independence

5
Absolutely love Starling, I can keep an eye on what is spent without being overbearing. I am considering moving my own banking over to Starling. Such a great app easy to use and navigate. Can’t recommend enough. Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Great service

5
I love this account as it gives me oversight of my sons account but also gives him independence, control and easily accessible information on his account. Well worth the fee. Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Love starling bank!

5
Great service, alot cheaper and easier than GoHenry! Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

My daughter loves it!

4
It is wonderful for us to be working on money management together. I joined Starling terrible with money and genuinely the bank’s slogan that I was with the wrong bank is comongntrue for me. My money is under control for the first time ever. Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

We love Starling!

5
Starling is amazing, cannot fault, and recommend highly. Kite is fab, my daughter loves having the freedom and I have the reassurance to know she is protected. Its been fantastic to learn independent money skills. I encourage everyone to use Kite and Starling bank. Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Quick easy and worth the fee

5
Anyone needing a child account through the pandemic will know just how hard it is to get a high street bank to see you. Starling was perfect, fast, easy to use and a lot cheaper than some of those other brands marketing child debit cards. Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Best Children's Account

5
By far the best Children's Account. Easy to set up and use. Promoting Children's money skills and reassuring that it's linked to a parents account, in order to keep an eye on their spending. I'd recommend Kite by Starling Bank to anyone. Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Amazing

5
My children love knowing how much money they have in their account and how much they can save. It’s a great thing Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Easy way to learn banking and saving skills for the young

5
Just overall a great app and banking service Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

very convenient and reliable

5
very convenient and reliable for children. Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

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