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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)

Love love love it!

5
Love love love it! Easy to use, clear, friendly and free Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Easy to use without any fees.

4
Easy to use without any fees. I have 2 accounts for my children and find it very easy to use and so do they. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

The app is really easy to use, just set my son up a...

5
The app is really easy to use, just set my son up a kite account and he loves the independence of having his own card. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Best bank

5
Excellent. Very efficient & easy to use Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Great company and a great service x

5
Great company and a great service x Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Kids love their starling cards

5
I have kite accounts for both of my kids aged 9 and 7 and it's superb to teach them about money and how it works. They both love having their own cards too! Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Easy to use

5
Easy to use for both myself and child Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Great account for kids.

5
Great account for kids. Easy to control from your account Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Next Gen Banking Experience

5
Simple to use and provides expense tracking details, saving space, all that I used to track in excel not required anymore highly recommend Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

simple and easy to navigate

5
The app is simple and easy to navigate, help is there when needed. The children's app was easy to connect and no hidden charges unlike other banks. I have complete control over finances at on touch. I feel safe and in control. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

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