The June 2021 GCSE Polish Listening Paper (Foundation Tier) evaluates comprehension in real-life scenarios, exploring themes like school experiences, technology use, family dynamics, and hobbies. Topics include opinions on teachers, use of laptops and mobile phones, TV preferences, and student interactions. Discussions address environmental issues, endangered species, volunteering benefits, and regional challenges. Cultural elements focus on Polish traditions, birthday celebrations, and career aspirations. Emphasis is placed on interpreting spoken Polish in varied contexts and providing accurate responses in English and Polish. Keywords: GCSE Polish, listening comprehension, technology, endangered species, family dynamics, volunteering, cultural traditions.