There were four reviews on the website for this machine. Two of them gave it five stars (the highest rating) and two gave it four stars. One of the four star ratings stated that the bobbin tension was off and had to be adjusted; the second person didn't comment at all.
That said, if I were looking for a machine for an older child, perhaps pre-teen, I'd look for a good used full-sized machine. For a younger child, I think this one would be great. Janome makes good sewing machines. With the 3/4 size, it would be easier for a younger child to move about without all of the weight of a larger machine. JMHO. :wink: