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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)

Nice app, even better provider.

5
Nice app, even better provider. Payments are easy to make. Plus, having a kite app is really good because My brother can use a card which he uses for lunch in the morning. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Excellent

5
Kite has given my 10 year old daughter the chance ti learn and understand about savings and spending. Excellent app the user experience is simple and efficient. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Stemless digital experience

5
Stemless digital experience that gives my child valuable experience of managing money. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

User friendly app and great customer service

5
User friendly app and great customer service Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Simples!!

5
Simple process to activate, monitor and use the card. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Excellent all round, perfect account for my 10 year...

5
Excellent all round, perfect account for my 10 year old Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Impressed with how easy it was to get my kids applic...

5
Impressed with how easy it was to get my kids application through. Ease of control in spending and teach financial discipline Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Great, swift customer service, easy to use app, load...

5
Great, swift customer service, easy to use app, loads of great features to help with budgets. Easy for me to keep track of my children's spending. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Better than the rest.

5
The only service I am aware of that offers kids a free banking service. A+I have tried other service but ended up paying as much in fees as I would on pocket money. It didn’t make sense. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Easy and hassel free

5
I found it easy to operate and monitor the expenses and usage of my childs account. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

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