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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.

Starling Bank Kite Childrens Account reviews (3121)

Review of the Starling Bank, Kite Childrens Account:

Recommended

5
Highly recommended woudnt use anyone else Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Simple, Straightforward and free

5
Kite is a very simple straightforward account for a child with no fee to pay. Its ideal for my 8 year old son and we love it . With me being the main account holder I can always keep an eye on the account via the app and set controls for withdrawals and payments if necessary. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Good app easy to use spaces is a good system.

5
Good app easy to use spaces is a good system. I like kites for my children which is incredibly user friendly Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

THE BEST BANKING APP OUT THERE BY FAR

5
Fantastic banking app both safe and secure and makes for very easy banking and I got the account as it did the kite for my grandson which was very important to me at the time. Well done starling and kite. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Seamless, works as described, never had an issue/pro...

5
Seamless, works as described, never had an issue/problem. It give my daughter financial independence and has helped her learn a little about money management Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

My daughter who is aged 12 loves it

5
My daughter who is aged 12 loves having her the freedom of having her own account and the app helps her to be aware of what she's spent and her remaining balance Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Brilliant bank, great app.

5
Such an easy bank to use, very intuitive app, a breeze to navigate and the kids love using kite. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Easy to use for both myself and my child.

5
Easy to use for both myself and my child. She can control her spending. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Very glad I switched to Starling!

5
I switched to Starling from one of the 'Big Five' and have found it very user friendly a great banking experience. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Promotes Financial Education.

5
Excellent all round. Great saver opportunities from young age. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Wonderful banking experience

5
Wonderful banking experience, never had a problem with anything I required from banking perspective. All you need is within the app and you don't need to search for anything, anywhere else. The communication from the bank is very well managed and there is a confidence that our personal information is always safe and secure. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

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