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Open a children's savings account

  • Free, instant access baby and kids savings account held in trust.
  • Interest rate of 2.50% AER/Gross p.a. (variable).
  • Easily managed in the Ulster Bank app, alongside your other accounts. 

To open a urFirst account you must be 18+ and opening the account in trust for a child under 16. Both you and the child need to reside in the UK, and you need to have an Ulster Bank current account. Interest is calculated daily and paid quarterly on the first business day in January, April, July and October and at account closure.

How does a child and baby account work?

Whether they're a baby or child learning about savings, Ulster Bank's urFirst account for parents and carers offers features at each stage of their savings journey. Take a look at the key features to find out if it's the best baby and children's saving account for your family's needs.

Apply for a kid's savings account

Any Ulster Bank current account customer can open a urFirst account as long as you're aged 18 or over, and opening the account in trust for a baby or child aged 0 to 15 years old.

Start saving for a baby's future

Build children’s savings in a way that suits you. Pop in £1 to get started. This account offers instant access so you can withdraw cash whenever you need to.

Manage baby and kids' savings at any time

Once opened, you can manage the Ulster Bank baby and kid's savings account through our mobile app or online banking.

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Account name: urfirst

What is the interest rate?

Can Ulster Bank change the interest rate?

Yes, this rate is variable. It may be changed for any of the reasons set out in Term 9.2 of the Savings Account Terms (PDF, 281 KB), e.g. to take account of Bank of England base rate changes or changes in the rates paid by other banks. If the rate is going down we’ll give you at least 60 days’ notice. If it is going up, we’ll inform you before the change or shortly afterwards. 

What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a range of deposits?

This is only an example and does not take into account your individual circumstances. It assumes that no further deposits or withdrawals are made; there is no change to interest rate; and any interest earned stays in the account. 

How do I open and manage my account?

  • All parties must be resident in the UK to apply
  • If you’re an adult aged 18 years or over, you can open an account in trust for a child aged between 0-11 years.
  • If you’re a child aged between 7-15 years, you can open an account in your own name with the consent of your parent or guardian.
  • There’s a minimum deposit of £1 required to open the account; and there is no maximum balance limit.
  • You can use Round Ups with urfirst where you have a Current Account and urfirst in your own name, or where you hold the urfirst in trust for a child.

Can I withdraw money?

Definitions

Annual Equivalent Rate (AER) shows the interest rate if interest is paid and compounded once each year. AER helps you to compare the rates of interest on different accounts.

Compound interest is interest that is earned on interest that’s already been paid.

Gross means the interest rate you are paid on your savings with no compounding.

p.a. per annum (per year).

Tax-free.  We pay all savings interest without the deduction of tax.  You do not pay any UK tax on interest earned in ISAs. You may have to pay tax on interest earned in non-ISA accounts depending on your Personal Savings Allowance. The tax treatment may be subject to change in the future.

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MoneySense

Our MoneySense AT HOME website is designed to help parents talk to their families about money, providing tips and practical exercises on budgeting, managing debt and getting value for money.

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Financial Services Compensation Scheme

Your eligible deposits held by a UK establishment of Ulster Bank are protected up to a total of £85,000 by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme, the UK's deposit protection scheme. Any deposits you hold above the limit are unlikely to be covered.

Find out more  about the scheme and how it protects your money.

Now please take a look at the important legal info

Please take some time to review, print and/or save the important information. By clicking to proceed you are confirming that you have been provided with, and have acknowledged our important documents including the FSCS information sheet. If you’re aged [7-15] and opening a urfirst savings account in your own name, please make sure both you and a parent or guardian read and agree to the Terms.

 Your Savings Account Terms (PDF, 342 KB)

View our guide to personal account fees and interest (PDF, 277 KB)

We need proof of ID and address for you and the child you're opening the account for.  ID for the child can be a passport, birth certificate or medical card. Proof of address for a parent or guardian can be used as proof for the child provided surname and address are the same.

How your information might be used

It's important for you to understand how we use and share your information. Please read this short summary before you continue with your application.

Ready to apply?

Get in touch

Call 0800 158 8784 | Relay UK: 18001 0800 158 8784

Lines are open:

Monday to Friday 8am - 8pm (excluding bank holidays)

Saturday 9am-3pm

Calls may be recorded. Calls from mobile phones may not be free.

Kids savings accounts - FAQs

Compare children's accounts

We have multiple accounts for kids and teens to help with managing their money and saving for the future, explore our full range here.