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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)

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

Excellent banking service.

5
Excellent banking service. Within two clicks my kite childs bank was open and with no fuss. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Same service, no fees.

5
I have switched my children accounts from a similar service with monthly fees. Kite is great. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Seemless experience, when I have an issue it is sort...

4
Seemless experience, when I have an issue it is sorted in a rapid manner Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Just right for an 8 year old

5
Great concept and just the right level of features for my 8 year old. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Great app and easy to use.

5
Great app and easy to use. Good value and gives my kids independence the need but with great safe guards Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

From Pre-teen necessity to our default current account

5
We became Starling customers to give our pre-teen son his own bankcard. But have loved the account features so much it is now used as our daily account. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Excellent service

5
Kite gives me easy control and visibility of my kids spends to give them more freedom and financial responsibility. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

good work starling

5
easy to use and good that I know when my daughter is spending Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

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