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Starling Bank: Kite Childrens Account reviews

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

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4.93

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

100% increase in 5 star reviews

in the past 90 days

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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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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:

Great service

Really pleased with the experience overall, service is great and so easy to use the app Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Easy easy easy

Setting up the card was easy and my children have had no issues in using it.i can transfer funds quickly whilst they are out and about. Great service. Great card. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Great bank

Its very easy to navigate and it has great benefits. Really enjoy having this card Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Excellent children’s account.

Excellent children’s account. Great for starting money management Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

So easy, amazing now the kids have the app.

So easy, amazing now the kids have the app. Also no commission abroad.! My wife has to pay commission on here Lloyds account so the kids lend her their card. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

What's not to like!

Tried to open kids accounts with our current bank which was a nightmare. Opened with starling without any issues. Love the app, easy to use, to transfer money and track spending. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Very easy to use.

Very easy to use. Great childrens app Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Starling making banking simple

Starling is simply a great bank. No hassle, easy to use and helpful customer service team. I love the fact I can monitor my kids spending and have different spaces for savings etc. A refreshing way to bank, thank you Starling. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

So simple to set up both my account and my children'...

So simple to set up both my account and my children's account. I can control how much they spend each day, and they have some independence and their own card, which makes them feel very grown up. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Kite bank for my grandchildren is the best

Kite bank for my grandchildren is the best Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

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