Liverpool college U-turn leaves students 'devastated' as parents demand answers

Parents say the decision is 'unacceptable and cruel'20:53, 20 Aug 2026Parents say they feel "heartbroken" and "let down" after discovering their children's A-level places had been cancelled. The "bombshell" news was delivered at an enrolment session at City of Liverpool College this morning, without any prior notice, and just 24 hours after the college informed its staff.‌The ECHO reported today that the college had decided not to offer first-year A-level courses for the 2026/27 academic year, despite students having applied and, in some cases, received offers to study there. The decision was communicated to affected students during enrolment sessions on Thursday, August 20.‌The college has said it will continue to support students affected by the decision and help them explore alternative