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Starling Bank: Kite Childrens Account reviews

Name: Kite Childrens Account
Rating: 4.93 (3121 reviews)

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4.93

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

100% increase in 5 star reviews

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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

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 (3121)

Love how I can see what my children are spending.

Love how I can see what my children are spending. Reviewed on: 13th March 2024

2 kite accounts for my girls, and we love it!

I have 2 kite accounts for my girls, and it is easy to ser up, easy to use. The girls got they own debit card and as a parents can keep an eye on their spending. Just a brilliant account for younger people. Reviewed on: 13th March 2024

My son loves his kite card

Always had a good customer service experience and got down to problems quickly. Always quick with there responses too. My son also loves his kite card and feels independent. Reviewed on: 13th March 2024

Simple to use

Easy to use for both myself and for my grand daughter so would highly recommend Reviewed on: 13th March 2024

Trusted,Reliable & easy online Banking

Trusted,Reliable & easy online Banking Reviewed on: 13th March 2024

Best Bank In The World

Just brilliant. So easy, so accessible, so quick, whether transferring the children's allowance or topping it up or setting it up in the first place. It's astonishingly good. Reviewed on: 13th March 2024

always excellent - now free!

The kite account and card were always excellent. The decision to remove the monthly fee made it the sensible choice for anyone looking to teach their children some fiscal responsibility. Reviewed on: 13th March 2024

My experience with Starling has been excellent.

My experience with Starling has been excellent. Kite is very useful as I can keep track of my child's expenditure and it provides a safe environment for her to manage her pocket money. ready for the adult world. Reviewed on: 13th March 2024

Great user friendly account, with easy to use interf...

Great user friendly account, with easy to use interface and customisation. Reviewed on: 13th March 2024

Easy to use.

Easy to use. Kids love having their cards and it’s great to be able to see it all in one place on the app. Reviewed on: 13th March 2024

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