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Starling Bank: Kite Childrens Account reviews

Name: Kite Childrens Account
Rating: 4.94 (3121 reviews)

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4.94

Based on 3,121 reviews, last reviewed 22nd Jan 2026

100% increase in 5 star reviews

in the past 90 days

No new 1 star reviews

in the past 90 days

96%

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

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 (3121)

using UK and on holiday

my son loves using his card here in UK and abroad. Also help with him not losing his cash Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

No complaints.

Any issues I've had have been sorted out quickly and easily Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Excellent children’s account

Really easy to set up, use and keep track of what my child is spending. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Great tool for teaching financial responsibility

My child loves that he can see his savings and use his card to pay. Its been very motivating. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Great service

Great service and easy asccess to app and funds. Great savings rate too Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Free children’s account

I got my account so my young children could have accounts without having to pay a charge plus I can keep an eye on the accounts via mine. kids love the independence. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Easy to transfer money and have a view of our child'...

Easy to transfer money and have a view of our child's account at all times. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Easy to use & a fantastic opportunity for children t...

Easy to use & a fantastic opportunity for children to learn a bit about managing money in a bank account and with a debit card. Easy to track details of their spending & simple to top up. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Fantastic account for Carers & their little ones

Love the fact that I can set up an account for my little one. He has his own card (no control over spending at the minute but that's a work in progress), Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Great, both my kids have the starling kite card and...

Great, both my kids have the starling kite card and they love it. My only 'even better' would be if my 13 year old could have it on her apple pay. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

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