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Key Facts: GCSE Polish Exam

9-1

Grading scale

Ofqual

May-June

Exam series

AQA, Edexcel timetable

2 boards

Specifications available

AQA, Edexcel

100

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AQA, Edexcel GCSE Polish is assessed through linear end-of-course exam papers (Key Stage 4). Coverage spans identity and culture, local national international and global areas of interest, current and future study and employment, and grading uses the 9-1 scale on 2026 specifications.

Sample GCSE Polish Practice Questions

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1What does 'matka' mean in Polish?
A.father
B.mother
C.sister
D.aunt
Explanation: 'Matka' means 'mother' in Polish. It is the standard, slightly formal word; 'mama' is the informal/affectionate equivalent used by children and in family conversation.
2Which word means 'younger brother' in Polish?
A.starszy brat
B.młodszy brat
C.młodsza siostra
D.starszy syn
Explanation: 'Młodszy brat' means 'younger brother'. The adjective 'młodszy' is the masculine comparative form of 'młody' (young), agreeing with the masculine noun 'brat' (brother).
3What is the Polish word for 'grandparents'?
A.rodzice
B.dziadkowie
C.wnuki
D.krewni
Explanation: 'Dziadkowie' means 'grandparents' (collective masculine personal plural). 'Dziadek' is grandfather and 'babcia' is grandmother; together they are 'dziadkowie'.
4Complete: 'Mam jednego ___' (I have one brother).
A.brat
B.brata
C.bratu
D.bratem
Explanation: The verb 'mieć' (to have) takes the accusative case. For masculine animate nouns, the accusative singular equals the genitive: 'brat' becomes 'brata'. Also, after 'jeden/jednego' modifying a masculine animate noun, the form is genitive/accusative 'brata'.
5Which sentence correctly says 'My sister is a teacher'?
A.Moja siostra jest nauczyciel.
B.Moja siostra jest nauczycielka.
C.Moja siostra jest nauczycielką.
D.Moja siostra jest nauczyciela.
Explanation: After the verb 'być' (to be), professions take the instrumental case. The feminine form 'nauczycielka' becomes 'nauczycielką' in the instrumental singular. This is a core Polish rule: 'jestem studentem/studentką', 'on jest lekarzem'.
6What does 'żona' mean?
A.husband
B.wife
C.daughter
D.girlfriend
Explanation: 'Żona' means 'wife'. The corresponding masculine word is 'mąż' (husband). Note the special Polish letters: ż (z with a dot above).
7What does 'szkoła' mean?
A.work
B.school
C.shop
D.street
Explanation: 'Szkoła' means 'school' in Polish. Common related words: 'uczeń' (pupil), 'nauczyciel' (teacher), 'lekcja' (lesson), 'klasa' (class/classroom).
8Which subject is 'matematyka'?
A.English
B.History
C.Mathematics
D.Chemistry
Explanation: 'Matematyka' means 'Mathematics' — a feminine noun. Other GCSE-relevant subjects: 'historia' (history), 'biologia' (biology), 'chemia' (chemistry), 'język angielski' (English).
9Complete: 'Mój brat pracuje w ___' (My brother works in an office).
A.biuro
B.biura
C.biurze
D.biurem
Explanation: After the preposition 'w' meaning 'in' (location, not motion), Polish uses the LOCATIVE case. 'Biuro' (office, neuter) becomes 'biurze' in the locative singular.
10What does 'kolega z klasy' mean?
A.best friend
B.classmate (male)
C.boyfriend
D.neighbour
Explanation: 'Kolega z klasy' literally means 'colleague from the class' — i.e. a male classmate. 'Klasy' is the genitive of 'klasa', required after the preposition 'z' meaning 'from'.

About the GCSE Polish Exam

GCSE Polish is offered by AQA, Edexcel as part of the UK General Certificate of Secondary Education qualification framework. The course covers identity and culture, local national international and global areas of interest, current and future study and employment, grammar and vocabulary and is assessed primarily through written exam papers at the end of the two-year course.

Exam sponsor: AQA, Edexcel. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Questions

100 questions

Time Limit

3-5 hours total across multiple papers

Passing Score

Grade 4 is the standard pass, Grade 5 is the strong pass (1-9 scale)

Exam / Certification Fees

£40-£80 per subject (school-set entry fee)

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Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.

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Core

Theme 1: Identity and Culture

Family, free time, customs and festivals in Poland

Core

Theme 2: Local, National and Global Areas

Home town, environment, social issues, travel

Core

Theme 3: Current and Future Study and Employment

School, future plans, jobs

Core

Skills

Listening, speaking, reading, writing; cases (nominative, genitive, dative, accusative, instrumental, locative, vocative); perfective vs imperfective aspect

Preparing for the GCSE Polish Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Grade 4 is the standard pass, Grade 5 is the strong pass (1-9 scale)
  • Exam length: 100 questions
  • Time limit: 3-5 hours total across multiple papers
  • Exam / certification fees: £40-£80 per subject (school-set entry fee) Official sources

Using Our Practice Resources

  • Work through all 100 available questions
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GCSE Polish: Suggested Study Strategy

1Use past papers from your specific exam board — questions follow the same style year on year
2Time yourself on full papers to build pacing for the long extended-response questions
3Build a clear understanding of mark schemes — examiners reward specific assessment objectives
4Review examiner reports each summer; common errors repeat

Frequently Asked Questions

What exam boards offer GCSE Polish?

GCSE Polish is offered by AQA, Edexcel. All boards follow Ofqual subject content but vary in the choice of set texts, optional topics, and paper structure.

When is the GCSE Polish exam taken?

Exams are written in the May-June series at the end of the two-year Key Stage 4 course. Most students sit the papers in Year 11.

How is GCSE Polish graded?

GCSEs are graded on the 9-1 scale, where 9 is the highest grade. A grade 4 is a standard pass, and grade 5 is a strong pass. Grade 7 is broadly equivalent to the old A grade.

How many papers does GCSE Polish have?

Most GCSE subjects have 2-3 written papers. The exact number, timing, and weighting depend on the chosen exam board. Some subjects also include a non-examined assessment (NEA) coursework component.