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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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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 (3123)

Son was in Italy with the school trip used kite...

5
Son was in Italy with the school trip and used kite card easily. Only one shop wouldn’t accept it, but to be fair I don’t think they accept other cards either so he used cash. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

How Apps should work

5
Simple and clear app to use. But also on hand and can easily speak to a customer service support if needed. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Good experience so far.

5
Good experience so far. My child likes the idea of having her own account, and I like the idea of having oversight on the account. The good thing for me is that I can manage spending controls on the card. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

great customer experience, accessible

5
great customer experience, accessible Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Can't fault. Its been great.

5
Really easy account to set up, use and for me as a parent monitor. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Great bank

5
Great app, easy to use. I like that I can limit spending Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

good bank for children to learn about money

5
good bank for children to learn about money Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Great for my teenage daughter, I can see straightawa...

5
Great for my teenage daughter, I can see straightaway what she spends and where. Easy to top up and keep track of spending habits Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Free, easy to use and setup, great interest rates

5
Starling was recommended to me by a friend. I was looking for a free childrens cash card. It was very easy to set up and use, I've recommended to several friends.Great interest rates too Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Absolutely spot on for kids so easy to use and...

5
Absolutely spot on for kids so easy to use and safe Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

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