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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)

Fantastic experience

5
I joined Starling about in 2019 after reviewing many fintech organisations. I found that it was a right choice, they are progressive and their baking app is amazing. Mobile and cloud first approach. I would still say their app needs many improvements but in general one hell of a bank. Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Why is every bank not doing this?

5
Forward thinking again from Starling. Especially during the pandemic where handling cash was a safe option there kite account for our 14 year old was the perfect solution. Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Easy to use Great service and product.. And excellent way to track my Daughters spending

5
Starling bank is the best bank on the market... Security alerts.. Easy to use Great customer service bar none I would and have done recommend starling bank to anyone Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Great simple banking.

5
Very easy to use service and if you need to speak to anyone it is an easy process either by phone or via secure messages. Easy to set up spaces for savings and easy to transfer money to sons child account and he is learning about online transactions and being responsible with his money. Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Starling kite

5
This account is brilliant to teach you child how to save money so easy to use. I am account holder with starling and it's great. Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Simple, easy and great access

5
I have been a member of starling for a few years and fully rate them - the app is brilliant, and they’ve always been so quite to reply to any queries I’ve had, so I added my son as soon as thought he was old enough. It’s been great! He can log in and see his own balance and yet I have control of the account. He’s got the independence he needs to really become ‘good’ with money! Great work starling! Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Quick and easy setup and great user experience

5
Overall great experience in setting up the app and using it and now my 13yr old is a big fan of it as well and maybe a future customer for Starling :-) Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Easy and clear to use

5
Excellent banking. The app makes it really clear and helps you manage budgets Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Great app, great two factor authentication and control

5
Good app to use, easy to stay in control of money and the spaces functionality is both intuitive and useful. The app works perfectly, provides reassuring cover for two factor authentication and both I and my daughter have had a great experience in using it. To be recommended for those with younger children wanting their first bank card and introduction to managing money via an app. Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

Child Friendly-Adult Happy

5
I have tried the other children's bank sites but found them far too complicated and expensive. Starling simplifies everything. Making the app easy to use and child friendly. Reviewed on: 4th February 2022

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