GCSE (9-1) in Greek (1GK0) - Issue 5 - Specification changes summary

Oct 20, 2026

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Pearson Edexcel Level 1/Level 2 GCSE (9-1) in Greek (1GK0) specification Issue 5 presents the changes made from the previous issue and the overall qualification framework. It highlights revised assessment information, including foundation tier timing and paper-specific updates, and clarifies how question titles are presented in English while instructions remain in Greek. The document outlines themes, paper structure for listening, speaking, reading and writing, assessment objectives, administration requirements, and supporting appendices such as grammar, vocabulary, and codes.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages140

Reading Time5 h 53 min

AccessFree to download

Introduction

Why choose Edexcel GCSE Greek?

Supporting you in planning and implementing this qualification

Qualification at a glance

Subject content

Themes and topics

Paper 1: Listening and understanding in Greek

Paper 2: Speaking in Greek

Paper 3: Reading and understanding in Greek

Paper 4: Writing in Greek

Assessment Objectives

Administration and general information

Entries

Access arrangements, reasonable adjustments, special consideration and malpractice

Student recruitment and progression

Appendix

Candidate speaking examination record form (CS2)

Grammar list

Vocabulary list

The context for the development of this qualification

Transferable skills

Codes

GCSE (9-1) | ~~Pearson Edexcel Level 1/Level 2 GCSE (9~~-~~1) in Greek (1GK0)~~ | | --- | | First teaching from September 2017 | First certiﬁcation from June 2019 Issue 5 Summary of Pearson Edexcel Level 1/Level 2 GCSE (9-1) in Greek Specification Issue 5 changes | Summary of changes made between previous issue and this current issue | Page number | | --- | --- | | Removal of Subject Advisor name:
‘Our subject advisor service and online community…’ | 3 | | Update to Foundation tier paper timing:
‘Foundation tier: 1 hour 20 minutes…’ | 6 and 39 | | Clarification of question titles appearing in English added:
‘The instructions to students are in Greek. The question titles appear in English.’ | 38 | | Update to Foundation tier Assessment Information for Paper 4, bullet point 5:‘Question 2 has two options from which students have to select one. This question assesses students on their ability to note down key points and convey information. Students must use the formal register.’ | 39 | | Reference to‘GCE AS’ removed in the following sentence:
This qualification offers a suitable progression route to GCE A level in Greek. | 66 | If you need further information on these changes or what they mean, contact us via our website at: [qualifications.pearson.com/en/support/contact-us.html](qualifications.pearson.com/en/support/contact-us.html). Contents 1 Introduction 2 Why choose Edexcel GCSE Greek? 2 Supporting you in planning and implementing this qualification 3 Qualification at a glance 4 2 Subject content 7 Themes and topics 8 Paper 1: Listening and understanding in Greek 10 Paper 2: Speaking in Greek 12 Paper 3: Reading and understanding in Greek 36 Paper 4: Writing in Greek 38 Assessment Objectives 62 3 Administration and general information 63 Entries 63 Access arrangements, reasonable adjustments, special consideration and malpractice 63 Student recruitment and progression 66 Appendix 1: Candidate speaking examination record form (CS2) 69 Appendix 2: Grammar list 70 Appendix 3: Vocabulary list 73 Appendix 4: The context for the development of this qualification 133 Appendix 5: Transferable skills 135 Appendix 6: Codes 136 1 Introduction Why choose Edexcel GCSE Greek? We believe languages should be accessible for all students. Our new Pearson Edexcel Level 1/Level 2 GCSE (9–1) in Greek has been developed to help students of all abilities progress and develop a passion for languages, through culturally engaging content. We’ve listened to feedback from the languages community and have developed an engaging and inspirational course of study that will enable your students to manipulate and use the target language effectively, independently and creatively, so that they have a solid basis from which to progress to A Level or employment. Engaging and popular topics Our specification includes both familiar and new topics that you have told us you like and that motivate your students. Manageable content Our content has been structured across five themes. This flexible programme of study allows time for a focused revision period at the end of the course . Content and assessments that provide an engaging real-world focus The authentic situations and stimuli enable students to see language in context and learn about the culture of the target language country. Our assessments allow for spontaneity and test grammar as well as providing plenty of opportunities for students to apply their knowledge independently, creatively and in authentic situations. Straightforward assessments that are accessible to all students Special care has been taken to ensure that all our papers are designed to be clear and concise and, where appropriate, questions feature scaffolding to help all students’ progress through the assessments confidently. Reading and listening papers are structured so that questions set in the target language are in a separate section from those

FAQs

What does Issue 5 change compared with the previous GCSE Greek specification issue?

Issue 5 summarizes specific updates such as removal of the subject advisor name reference, changes to foundation tier paper timing, clarifications about question titles appearing in English, updates to assessment information for Paper 4, and removal of a reference to “GCE AS.”

How are listening and reading question titles handled in terms of language?

The document clarifies that instructions to students are in Greek, while question titles are provided in English.

What are the assessment papers included in the GCSE Greek specification?

The specification includes four papers: Paper 1 (Listening and understanding in Greek), Paper 2 (Speaking in Greek), Paper 3 (Reading and understanding in Greek), and Paper 4 (Writing in Greek).

Oct 20, 2026

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