Mr Rockliff, who was given the Mental Health portfolio by Premier Will Hodgman in July following the Cabinet reshuffle, was responding to moves made by the school to reduce suspension and bullying rates.

Exeter High School has reduced its suspension rates by 68 per cent after making some drastic changes such as removing locker bays from its schools and giving students a permanent classroom.

"The Exeter (High School) program aligns with the government's approach and is a great example for other schools on creating a culture that supports respectful and positive behaviour," Mr Rockliff said.

Bullying has been in the state government's sights for some time with the launch of student and principal wellbeing strategies in the past 12 months along with moves made by Justice Minister Elise Archer to criminalise cyberbullying.

The lower house approved the changes to the Criminal Code to include references to cyberbullying on August 6.

Mr Rockliff said the government had taken a strong stance on bullying and a range of initiatives were already in place.

"Bullying in any form is not acceptable in Tasmanian schools, with each student having the right to be free from bullying, harassment and discrimination," he said.

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"A significant amount of work is already underway to stop and prevent bullying, ranging from increasing awareness, through to strengthening the legislative framework."

A community forum for stakeholders on bullying was held in July to share ideas and work towards the common goal of creating a bully-free state.

"Our approach to combating bullying is supported through the Respectful Schools and Workplaces Framework, with the expectation that all schools develop a whole-school approach to support student behaviour and build respectful environments where everyone feels safe and supported," Mr Rockliff said.

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